In this lesson, we’ll learn about the delivery and acceptance of deeds.

A deed transfers title only when it’s delivered by the grantor and accepted by the grantee. [23 Am. Jur. 2d Deeds §§ 102, 149, Westlaw (database updated February 2019).]

I.               Delivery and Grantor’s Intent

To effect delivery, the grantor must have the present intent to immediately transfer the property to the grantee. Some courts express this...