Property Ownership
In West Virginia, a 'fee simple determinable' estate automatically reverts to the grantor if:
AThe property value declines significantly
BA specified condition or event occurs (or fails to occur) as stated in the deed✓ Correct
CThe grantee fails to pay property taxes
DThe grantee wants to sell the property
Explanation
A fee simple determinable automatically terminates and reverts to the grantor or their heirs upon the occurrence (or non-occurrence) of a specified limiting condition. The deed typically uses words like 'so long as,' 'while,' or 'during.'
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