Which of the following is NOT required for a deed to be valid in Rhode Island?

Correct Answer

C) Recording the deed with the city or town clerk

Recording is NOT required for a deed to be legally valid between the grantor and grantee. A deed becomes valid upon delivery and acceptance. Recording with the Rhode Island city or town clerk is required to provide constructive notice to third parties and to protect the grantee against subsequent claims from other purchasers or creditors — but its absence does not invalidate the deed between the original parties.