Escrow & Title
In Delaware, who typically conducts the real estate closing?
AThe listing agent
BA title company representative
CAn attorney, as Delaware is an attorney closing state✓ Correct
DThe county recorder of deeds
Explanation
Delaware is an attorney closing state, meaning a licensed Delaware attorney must conduct the real estate closing. The attorney reviews title, prepares the deed and closing documents, coordinates the disbursement of funds, and records the deed with the county recorder of deeds.
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