Escrow & Title
In Maryland, a buyer who wants to check if any liens exist against the property should search:
AMREC's licensee database
BThe land records at the county Circuit Court clerk's office✓ Correct
CSDAT's assessment records only
DThe Maryland Insurance Administration
Explanation
Liens and encumbrances against Maryland real property are recorded with the Clerk of the Circuit Court in the county where the property is located.
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