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2009-02-24 |
PUNO, C.J. |
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| It is settled that registration is not a mode of acquiring ownership.[21] It is only a means of confirming the fact of its existence with notice to the world at large.[22] Certificates of title are not a source of right. The mere possession of a title does not make one the true owner of the property. Thus, the mere fact that respondent has the titles of the disputed properties in her name does not necessarily, conclusively and absolutely make her the owner. The rule on indefeasibility of title likewise does not apply to respondent. A certificate of title implies that the title is quiet,[23] and that it is perfect, absolute and indefeasible.[24] However, there are well-defined exceptions to this rule, as when the transferee is not a holder in good faith and did not acquire the subject properties for a valuable consideration.[25] This is the situation in the instant case. Respondent did not contribute a single centavo in the acquisition of the properties. She had no income of her own at that time, nor did she have any savings. She and her two sons were then fully supported by Jambrich. | |||||