Escrow & Title
A Connecticut buyer's attorney discovers that the property's legal description in the seller's current deed does not match the property's physical boundaries as shown by a recent survey. This discrepancy should be resolved:
ABy proceeding with closing using the old deed description
BBefore closing, by correcting the deed or obtaining a new survey to confirm boundaries and resolve any encroachment issues✓ Correct
CBy purchasing title insurance and proceeding
DBy having the survey modified to match the deed
Explanation
A discrepancy between the deed description and a survey could indicate an encroachment, boundary error, or prior conveyance error. This must be resolved before closing to ensure the buyer receives clear, marketable title to the property as physically surveyed.
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