Newell v. Edwards

A deed becomes operative to pass title only upon its delivery. Vinson v. Smith, 259 N.C. 95, 130 S.E. 2d 45. “A deed must always be consummated by delivery, which is the final act of execution, and this delivery must be either actually or constructively made by the grantor to the grantee.” Perry v. Hackney, 142 N.C. 368, 55 S.E. 289. After delivery, as between the parties, registration or even the continued existence of the physical instrument is not necessary to the continued existence of the grantee’s title. 23 Am. Jur. 2d, Deeds, § 310, p. 342. “The registration of deeds is primarily for…