Escrow & Title
Connecticut is an 'attorney closing state,' which means:
ABuyers must be attorneys to purchase property
BA licensed attorney must conduct or supervise the real estate closing✓ Correct
CClosings can only occur in a law office
DTitle companies are prohibited from operating in Connecticut
Explanation
Connecticut requires that real estate closings be conducted or supervised by a licensed attorney. Title companies may issue title insurance, but the closing itself must be overseen by an attorney.
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