A cooperative, commonly known as a co-op, is a type of corporate ownership of real property where stockholders of the corporation are entitled to use a certain dwelling unit or other units of space. It can also be an organization for the production or marketing of goods owned collectively by members who share the benefits.
Preferred stock is a class of ownership in a corporation that has a higher claim on its assets and earnings than common stock. Preferred shares generally have a dividend that must be paid out before dividends to common shareholders and the shares usually do not carry voting rights.
A principal stockholder is an individual or entity that owns a significant percentage of a company's shares, typically 10% or more, according to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) rules.
A shareholder, also known as a stockholder, is an individual or entity that legally owns one or more shares of stock in a public or private corporation. Shareholders are entitled to certain rights, such as voting on corporate matters and receiving dividends, if distributed.
