Escrow & Title
In Kansas, a title company that discovers a 'gap' in the chain of title during a search may require the buyer to:
AProceed with the purchase at reduced price
BAccept title insurance that exceeds the policy exclusions for the gap, or resolve the gap through legal proceedings before closing✓ Correct
CSimply sign a waiver acknowledging the gap
DPurchase additional gap insurance separately
Explanation
A gap in the title chain must be resolved — either through corrective instruments, legal proceedings (quiet title action), or the title company may insure over the gap with specific endorsements if the risk is acceptable.
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