Escrow & Title
What is the 'after-acquired title doctrine' in Georgia?
AA. Title acquired after a property is condemned
BB. If a grantor conveys title they don't yet have, the deed becomes effective when the grantor later acquires title✓ Correct
CC. Title acquired after a foreclosure sale
DD. The doctrine that protects title insurers from post-closing claims
Explanation
The after-acquired title (estoppel by deed) doctrine holds that if a grantor conveys property they don't yet own, the deed becomes effective automatically when the grantor later acquires title — the title 'inures' to the grantee.
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