Property Ownership
What is 'constructive notice' in Delaware real estate law?
AActual notice given in writing
BLegal notice to the world provided by recording a document in the public records✓ Correct
CNotice given through a licensed title agent
DNotice to the seller of a buyer's intent to purchase
Explanation
Constructive notice is the legal presumption that everyone is aware of information that is properly recorded in the public records, whether or not they actually reviewed those records.
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