Property Ownership
In NC, a 'will' (testament) that devises real property requires which formality to be valid?
AOral recitation before 3 witnesses
BBeing in writing, signed by the testator, and witnessed by at least 2 competent witnesses✓ Correct
CBeing recorded in the Register of Deeds
DBeing notarized only
Explanation
A valid attested will in NC must be in writing, signed by the testator (or signed by another in the testator's presence at their direction), and witnessed by at least 2 competent witnesses who sign in the testator's presence.
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