North Dakota § 47-38-01 - Definitions
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 47-38-01 — Definitions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 47-38-01. Definitions
As used in this chapter: 1. "Recording" means the act of presenting a patent, deed, mortgage, bill of sale, security agreement, judgment, decree, lien, certificate of sale, or other instrument required to be filed or admitted to record, to the county recorder of the county in which the property is situated, for the purposes of placing the document in the proper books or other storage media as described in section 11-18-01. 2. "Residential real estate" means real property located in this state which is used primarily for personal, family, or household purposes and which is improved by one to four dwelling units. 3. "Service agreement" means a contract under which a person agrees to provide services in connection with the maintenance, purchase, or sale of residential real estate. 4. "Service provider" means a person that enters a service agreement with a person that has an interest in residential real estate.
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 47-38-01
What does North Dakota Century Code § 47-38-01 cover?
Section 47-38-01 ("Definitions") is part of the North Dakota Century Code, the codified statutory law of North Dakota. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite North Dakota § 47-38-01?
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