Escrow & Title
What is the significance of a 'gap' in the chain of title in Idaho?
AA time when property taxes were not paid
BA period when ownership cannot be traced through recorded documents, creating uncertainty about title✓ Correct
CA space between two properties that is not owned by anyone
DA discrepancy between the deed description and survey
Explanation
A gap in the chain of title means there is a period in the property's ownership history that cannot be traced through public records. This creates title uncertainty and makes the title unmarketable until the gap is resolved.
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