Property Ownership, Transfer of Title and Land Use 10.2.1 Flashcards
1
Q
What is recording?
A
Recording is the act of placing documents in the public record
2
Q
Where must records be recorded?
A
In the county/town where the real estate is located.
3
Q
Who can search public records?
A
Everyone
4
Q
Recording gives what?
A
The public legal and constructive notice of written documents that affect the real estate.
5
Q
Records are maintained by a designated government employee like:
A
Recorder of Deeds
County clerks
County Treasurers
City clerks
Collectors
Clerks of courts
