Escrow & Title
What does 'chain of title' mean in Hawaii real estate?
AA. The physical chain of keys passed from owner to owner
BB. The chronological sequence of ownership of a property from its earliest recorded owner to the present✓ Correct
CC. A title insurance policy covering multiple properties
DD. The series of loans secured by a property over time
Explanation
The chain of title is the sequential history of all recorded documents (deeds, mortgages, releases, liens) affecting a property's ownership from the earliest recorded interest to the current owner. Title searches examine the chain of title to verify clear ownership.
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