Escrow & Title
In Iowa, the party who traditionally pays for the abstract continuation and attorney's title opinion is:
AThe buyer
BThe seller✓ Correct
CThe lender
DSplit equally between buyer and seller
Explanation
In Iowa, it is customary (though negotiable) for the seller to pay for updating (continuing) the abstract of title through the date of sale. The buyer typically pays for the attorney's opinion of title. Local custom can vary by county.
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