Property Ownership
In New York, title to real property passes to a buyer upon:
ASigning of the purchase contract
BDelivery and acceptance of the deed✓ Correct
CRecording of the deed
DPayment of the purchase price
Explanation
In New York, legal title passes when a properly executed deed is delivered by the grantor and accepted by the grantee. Recording provides constructive notice but is not required for title to pass.
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