Property Ownership
In New York, which of the following is the MOST common way that title to real property passes to a new owner?
ABy adverse possession
BBy voluntary conveyance through a deed✓ Correct
CBy eminent domain
DBy intestate succession
Explanation
The most common method of transferring real property title in New York is through a voluntary conveyance by deed — the grantor signs and delivers a deed to the grantee at closing in exchange for the agreed consideration. Other methods (adverse possession, intestate succession, eminent domain, foreclosure) occur but are far less common than voluntary deed conveyances.
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