Escrow & Title
The distinction between 'actual' and 'constructive' notice is important in real property law because:
AThey are legally identical
BA bona fide purchaser without notice (actual or constructive) of a prior claim may take title free of that claim✓ Correct
CConstructive notice protects sellers; actual notice protects buyers
DOnly actual notice affects title priorities
Explanation
A bona fide purchaser (BFP) who has neither actual nor constructive notice of a prior unrecorded claim takes title free of that claim in a race-notice state. Recording creates constructive notice, which prevents subsequent purchasers from claiming BFP status.
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