Escrow & Title
A 'chain of title' refers to:
AA chronological list of all current mortgage holders
BThe sequence of historical ownership transfers for a parcel of land✓ Correct
CA record of all zoning changes affecting the property
DThe list of current liens on a property
Explanation
The chain of title is the chronological sequence of ownership transfers (grantors and grantees) from the original grant of land to the present owner, as shown in the land records.
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