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A deed recorded in Kentucky's county clerk office provides:

Correct Answer

B) Constructive notice to the world of the ownership interest

Recording a deed provides constructive notice — meaning the public is presumed to have knowledge of the recorded interest. It does not guarantee title; that requires a title search and title insurance.

Answer Options
A
Guarantee of clear title
B
Constructive notice to the world of the ownership interest
C
Insurance against title defects
D
Proof that the property has been inspected

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Related Topics & Key Terms

Related Topics:

Constructive notice vs. actual noticeKentucky recording statutes (KRS 382)Title searchTitle insuranceRace-notice recording system

Key Terms:

constructive noticedeed recordingcounty clerkKRS 382race-noticepublic record

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