Property Ownership

In Virginia, title to real property is transferred by delivery and acceptance of a valid deed. The deed is considered delivered when:

AIt is signed by the grantor
BIt is notarized
CIt is placed in the grantee's control with the grantor's intent to transfer title✓ Correct
DIt is recorded at the circuit court

Explanation

Delivery of a deed requires both physical delivery and the grantor's intent to transfer title immediately. Notarization and recording are required for other purposes but do not constitute delivery.

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