Escrow & Title
At a Connecticut closing, the seller's attorney hands the buyer's attorney a bargain and sale deed. The deed transfer is not complete until:
AThe deed is signed by the seller
BThe deed is notarized
CThe deed is physically delivered to and accepted by the buyer or the buyer's agent✓ Correct
DThe deed is recorded at the Town Clerk's office
Explanation
In Connecticut and generally in property law, the transfer of title by deed requires: (1) execution (signed and typically acknowledged/notarized), (2) delivery to the grantee or their agent, and (3) acceptance by the grantee. Recording provides constructive notice but is not required for delivery to be complete between the parties.
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