Property Ownership
Under South Carolina law, a deed must be delivered and accepted to be effective. What does 'delivery' mean in this context?
APhysical handing of the deed to the grantee in person
BThe grantor's intent to pass title and the grantee's acceptance✓ Correct
CMailing the deed via certified mail
DRecording the deed at the county courthouse
Explanation
Delivery of a deed requires the grantor's intent to voluntarily and unconditionally transfer title, and the grantee's acceptance. Physical transfer is evidence of delivery but the intent is what legally matters.
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