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In Michigan, where must a deed be recorded to provide constructive notice of a property transfer?

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C) With the county Register of Deeds in the county where the property is located

Under MCL 565.29, instruments affecting title to real property in Michigan must be recorded with the Register of Deeds in the county where the property is situated. Each Michigan county has its own Register of Deeds office responsible for maintaining the official public record of real property transactions.

Answer Options
A
With the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)
B
With the county treasurer's office in the county where the property is located
C
With the county Register of Deeds in the county where the property is located
D
With the state attorney general's office in Lansing

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