Escrow & TitleIntermediateArizona Exam

In Arizona, a deed must be acknowledged before a notary public primarily to:

AMake the deed legally valid

BAllow the deed to be recorded in the county recorder's officeCorrect

CComply with ADRE requirements

DEnsure the grantor was not coerced

Why Allow the deed to be recorded in the county recorder's office Is Correct

Answer B: Allow the deed to be recorded in the county recorder's office

Acknowledgment before a notary public is required for a deed to be recorded. The deed is valid between the parties without acknowledgment, but recording (which requires acknowledgment) provides constructive notice.

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Key Escrow & Title Terms in This Question

Deed

A written legal instrument used to transfer ownership of real property from one party (grantor) to another (grantee).

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