Escrow & Title
Owner's title insurance in Hawaii protects against which type of loss?
AA. Physical damage to the property from natural disasters
BB. Loss due to title defects or claims that existed before the policy's effective date✓ Correct
CC. Decline in market value after purchase
DD. Liability for injuries occurring on the property
Explanation
Owner's title insurance protects the buyer against financial loss from title defects, competing claims, or errors that existed prior to the policy's effective date.
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