Escrow & Title
A North Dakota deed must be 'acknowledged' before it can be recorded. Acknowledgment means:
AThe buyer must sign the deed
BThe grantor appears before a notary or other authorized officer who verifies the grantor's identity and signature✓ Correct
CBoth parties must sign in the county recorder's office
DThe deed must be witnessed by two neighbors
Explanation
Acknowledgment requires the grantor (person signing the deed) to appear before a notary public or other authorized official who verifies the grantor's identity and confirms they signed voluntarily. Acknowledgment is required for recording in North Dakota.
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