Escrow & Title
Recording a deed in Maine's registry of deeds:
ACreates title and makes the transfer legally effective
BProvides constructive notice to the world of the transfer✓ Correct
CIs required for the deed to be valid between grantor and grantee
DMust be done within 30 days or the deed is void
Explanation
Recording a deed in Maine's county Registry of Deeds provides constructive notice to the public of the transfer. The deed is valid between the parties without recording, but recording protects against claims of subsequent purchasers.
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