Escrow & Title
Recording a deed in Connecticut's town land records provides:
AActual notice to all people in the world
BConstructive notice — legally presumed knowledge of the recorded interest✓ Correct
CGuarantee of clear title to the new owner
DProtection only against claims filed after the recording date
Explanation
Recording a deed gives constructive notice — a legal presumption that everyone is aware of the recorded instrument, even if they haven't actually seen it. This protects the grantee against subsequent claimants.
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