Escrow & Title
In Oregon, the county in which a real property deed must be recorded to be effective against third parties is the county where:
AThe buyer resides
BThe seller's attorney practices
CThe property is physically located✓ Correct
DThe mortgage lender is based
Explanation
Deeds, mortgages, and other documents affecting real property in Oregon must be recorded in the county where the property is physically located to provide constructive notice to third parties. Recording in the wrong county does not provide effective notice.
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