Property Ownership

Vermont uses a town-based recording system. When a deed is recorded, it is filed with:

AThe Vermont Secretary of State's office
BThe Vermont Real Estate Commission
CThe town clerk in the town where the property is located✓ Correct
DThe county clerk in the county courthouse

Explanation

Vermont is unique in using a town-based (rather than county-based) recording system. All deeds, mortgages, and other documents affecting real property are recorded with the town clerk in the town where the property is located.

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