Texas Surveyors Practice Exam

Which components are required by law in a conveyance?

1. Title and signature

2. Property value and purchase date

3. Description, grantor and grantee information

4. Location and zoning information

The correct answer is: Description, grantor and grantee information

In a legal conveyance, the essential components include a clear property description, information about the grantor (the person transferring the property) and the grantee (the person receiving the property). This is because the legal effectiveness of the conveyance hinges on accurately identifying the property being transferred and the parties involved in the transaction. A precise description ensures there is no ambiguity about what is being conveyed, which is critical to preventing disputes in the future. The information about the grantor and grantee establishes ownership and accountability in the transaction. This transparency is crucial for the recording process, which helps to protect the interests of both parties and provides public notice of property ownership. Without this information, a conveyance would likely not be legally valid or enforceable. While title and signature are important in formal agreements to ensure that they are authenticated, they are not as fundamental as the identification of the property and the parties involved. Property value and purchase date, as well as location and zoning information, may be relevant in certain contexts but are not legally required for the conveyance itself. These aspects do not directly affect the transfer of title as described by law.