Property Ownership
The legal concept of 'seisin' in a deed refers to the grantor's:
ALegal right to inspect the property
BActual possession and ownership of the property✓ Correct
CAbility to encumber the property
DRight to receive rental income
Explanation
Seisin means the grantor actually owns and possesses the property they are conveying. The covenant of seisin in a warranty deed warrants that the grantor has title and possession to convey.
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