Property Ownership
Under Texas Property Code, when property is conveyed through a deed, delivery and acceptance require:
AThe deed to be recorded within 30 days
BPhysical or constructive delivery by the grantor and acceptance (express or implied) by the grantee during the grantor's lifetime✓ Correct
CNotarization of the delivery
DTREC registration of the transfer
Explanation
A deed is not effective until it is delivered by the grantor and accepted by the grantee. Delivery requires the grantor to intend to give up dominion and control over the deed. Acceptance is presumed when the deed benefits the grantee. Importantly, delivery and acceptance must occur during the grantor's lifetime—a deed cannot take effect after the grantor's death unless it was irrevocably delivered before death.
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