Escrow & Title
In Illinois, title insurance is issued as of the date of:
AListing
BContract execution
CPolicy issuance (typically closing or recording)✓ Correct
DThe last survey
Explanation
Title insurance insures against defects in title that existed as of the date the policy is issued (typically the closing date or the date the deed is recorded). It does not protect against future title issues that arise after the policy date.
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