Beckham v. Short

Cureton, Judge:

This case involves a transfer of real property between a father and daughter. In June of 1985 Thomas Beckham executed a deed conveying his home and eighty-four (84) acres of land to his daughter, Sara Kay B. Short. The stated consideration in the deed was “five dollars, love and affection.” In May of 1986 Beckham filed a complaint alleging Short had agreed before and at the time of conveyance to return the property to him upon his request. He alleged she refused to transfer the property back although he had made repeated requests. Beckham sought a declaration from the court…