Which item is a service of the County Clerk's/Recorder's Office?

• A. Health inspections
• B. Real Estate Transactions
• C. Welfare benefits
• D. Marriage licenses

Answer: (B)

The key idea is recognizing which office handles official property records. Real estate transactions are tied directly to the Recorder’s role: recording deeds, mortgages, liens, and other property documents to create a permanent, public record. This recording and indexing of property documents is the core service the County Clerk’s/Recorder’s Office provides to facilitate clear title transfers and public access to property records, making real estate transactions the best fit.

Health inspections are usually conducted by the health department, focusing on safety and compliance of facilities. Welfare benefits are administered by social services or welfare agencies. Marriage licenses are commonly issued by the Clerk’s Office, but the distinct function most closely associated with recording and maintaining property records is real estate transactions.