Deeds good between parties

Va. Code Ann. § 55.1-309, under Chapter 3. Form and Effect of Deeds and Covenants; Liens..

Va. Code Ann. § 55.1-309

Any deed, or a part of a deed, that fails to take effect by virtue of this chapter shall, nevertheless, be as valid and effectual and as binding upon the parties, so far as the rules of law and equity permit, as if this chapter had not been enacted.