Escrow & Title
In Hawaii, recording a deed with the Bureau of Conveyances provides:
AA. Government guarantee of title
BB. Constructive notice of ownership to the world✓ Correct
CC. Actual notice only to neighboring property owners
DD. Legal protection only against prior recorded claims
Explanation
Recording a deed provides constructive notice, meaning everyone is deemed to know of the recorded document, protecting the grantee against subsequent purchasers and creditors.
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