Escrow & Title
Washington's recording act requires documents to be submitted to the county auditor for recording. To be eligible for recording, a deed must generally:
ABe notarized and in proper legal form✓ Correct
BBe approved by the buyer's lender before recording
CBe witnessed by two independent persons
DBe filed with the state DOL as well as the county
Explanation
To be recorded in Washington, a deed must be in writing, signed by the grantor, notarized (acknowledged), contain a legal description, and comply with the formatting requirements of the county auditor. Proper legal form is essential for recordability.
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