if a real property deed is registered but never delivered and the grantor is deceased is the deed legal? we found the deed in his/her personal belongings after his/her death. the deed was registerd 55 years ago and he/her never delivered the real property deed. The grantor had paid all taxes and all other financial responisibilites until his/her death.
Asked on 6/09/11, 12:21 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Bob Bollinger
Bollinger Law Firm PC
A deed that is never delivered or recorded is of no effect.
Answered on 6/30/11, 4:57 pm
