Recorded Owner
/ˈrɛkərdɪd ˈoʊnər/
Definitions
- (n.) The individual or entity whose ownership interest in property is officially documented in public records.
The recorded owner of the land has the legal right to sell it.
Forms
- recorded owners
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Commentary
The term emphasizes ownership as established through formal public recording, which affects rights against third parties and is critical in real estate transactions.
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