Escrow & Title
A mortgage satisfaction (discharge) should be recorded because:
AIt increases the property's value on record
BIt provides public notice that the mortgage lien has been paid off and removed✓ Correct
CIt transfers title from seller to buyer
DIt is required by the Department of State
Explanation
Recording a mortgage satisfaction provides public notice that the debt has been paid and the lien has been released, clearing the title for future transactions.
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