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Title, Deeds And Ownership Restrictions

Section 30 of 39

Does a deed have to be recorded to be valid? NO. A deed is valid between the buyer and seller the moment it is delivered. HOWEVER, you should record it immediately to give Constructive Notice to the world. If you don't record it, a dishonest seller could sell the house again to someone else!Does a deed have to be acknowledged (Notarized)?To be VALID? No.To be RECORDED? Yes. You cannot put it in public records without a notary stamp.