Which of the following is NOT required for a deed to be legally valid in Delaware?

Correct Answer

C) Recording at the county recorder of deeds office

Recording is NOT required for a deed to be legally valid between the grantor and grantee in Delaware. A deed becomes valid upon delivery and acceptance. However, recording the deed with the county recorder of deeds provides constructive notice to third parties and protects the grantee's interest against subsequent claims. Delaware is a race-notice state, meaning a subsequent purchaser who records first without notice of a prior unrecorded deed may prevail.