Escrow & Title
What Iowa legal action is used to clear a defect or cloud on title?
ALis pendens
BQuiet title action✓ Correct
CWrit of mandamus
DEjectment action
Explanation
A quiet title action is a court proceeding that resolves disputes or defects in title, establishing clear ownership. It is used when there is a cloud or competing claim on Iowa real property.
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