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Wisconsin deed recording provides:

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B) Constructive notice to the public of the ownership interest

Recording a deed with the register of deeds provides constructive notice — the public is presumed to know about the recorded interest. It establishes priority but does not guarantee clear title.

Answer Options
A
Title insurance
B
Constructive notice to the public of the ownership interest
C
Guaranteed clear title
D
Tax exemption

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Related Topics & Key Terms

Related Topics:

race-notice recording statutetitle insurancechain of titleRegister of DeedsWis. Stat. §706.08

Key Terms:

constructive noticedeed recordingRegister of Deedsrace-notice statuteWis. Stat. §706.08

Related Concepts

A freehold estate represents ownership of real property with an indefinite duration.

Joint tenancy is a form of co-ownership in which two or more persons hold equal, undivided interests in property with the right of survivorship. When one joint tenant dies, their interest automatically passes to the surviving joint tenants.

A leasehold estate grants the right to possess and use property for a defined period of time, without conferring ownership.

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