Escrow & Title
In Tennessee, 'constructive notice' through recording means that:
AThe buyer was personally notified of all liens
BAnyone who searches public records is presumed to know of recorded instruments✓ Correct
CThe seller personally informed the buyer of all encumbrances
DOnly the buyer and seller have notice of the deed
Explanation
Recording a deed or other instrument provides constructive notice — everyone is legally presumed to know about recorded instruments, whether or not they actually searched the records.
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