Property Ownership
In South Carolina, which document transfers ownership of real property from seller to buyer?
AThe purchase and sale agreement
BThe deed✓ Correct
CThe title insurance policy
DThe closing disclosure
Explanation
The deed is the legal document that transfers title (ownership) from the grantor (seller) to the grantee (buyer). The sale contract creates the obligation; the deed actually transfers ownership.
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