Escrow & Title
When a Utah property sells, the closing agent typically records the deed:
AWith the Utah Division of Real Estate
BWith the county recorder's office in the county where the property is located✓ Correct
CWith the Utah Department of Commerce
DWith the federal land registry
Explanation
Deeds in Utah are recorded with the county recorder's office in the county where the property is located. Recording provides constructive notice to the public of the ownership transfer and protects the buyer's interest against future claims.
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