do deeds need to be recorded with clerk to be valid
A deed is deemed to be recorded when it has been duly acknowledged or proved and is deposited in the office of the recorder of deeds, with the proper officer, for recording. A deed must be recorded by the county clerk (also known as the county recorder) in the county where the subject property is located. Recording is required in order to give notice of the transfer of real property to subsequent buyers and to people with claims against the property.