Property Management

In South Carolina, what is the significance of an 'estoppel by deed' in property management?

AIt prevents tenants from breaking their leases
BIt prevents a grantor who did not have good title when executing a deed from later claiming title when they acquire it✓ Correct
CIt is a certificate confirming lease terms
DIt prevents landlords from evicting long-term tenants

Explanation

Estoppel by deed prevents a grantor who warranted title in a deed but did not actually have it at the time from later claiming that title when they subsequently acquire it. The after-acquired title passes automatically to the grantee.

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