Escrow & Title
What is the purpose of recording a deed in the New Hampshire county registry of deeds?
ATo make the deed legally valid between the parties
BTo provide constructive notice of ownership to the world✓ Correct
CTo transfer legal title to the buyer
DTo calculate the transfer tax owed
Explanation
Recording a deed provides constructive notice to third parties of the ownership transfer. The deed is legally valid between the parties when delivered and accepted — recording protects against subsequent claims.
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