Under Colorado law, all of the following are essential requirements for a valid deed to be effective as a conveyance of real property EXCEPT:

Correct Answer

B) The deed must be acknowledged before a notary public prior to delivery

Acknowledgment before a notary public is NOT required for a deed to be valid and effective as a conveyance between the grantor and grantee in Colorado. Acknowledgment is required for recording the deed with the county clerk and recorder, which provides constructive notice to third parties. However, between the immediate parties, a deed is valid upon proper execution (grantor's signature) and delivery to the grantee, even without notarization. The essential elements of a valid Colorado deed are: competent grantor, identified grantee, granting clause (words of conveyance), adequate property description, grantor's signature, and delivery and acceptance.