Property Ownership
Under Texas law, a Texas property deed that is not delivered to the grantee before the grantor's death:
AAutomatically transfers the property to the grantee
BIs generally not effective as a conveyance since delivery is required for a valid transfer✓ Correct
CBecomes part of the grantor's estate
DTransfers upon recording even without delivery
Explanation
Delivery is an essential element of a valid deed conveyance in Texas. A deed that is signed but not delivered (transferred to the grantee with intent to pass title) is not effective. An undelivered deed found after death is generally not effective.
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