Escrow & Title
A Massachusetts property owner who has registered their title under the Torrens system holds:
AA standard deed recorded at the Registry of Deeds
BA Certificate of Title issued by the Land Court✓ Correct
CAn abstract of title certified by a title company
DA title insurance policy
Explanation
Under the Massachusetts Torrens system, administered by the Land Court, a registered property owner holds a Certificate of Title. The Land Court guarantees the title, and any transfer must be registered with the Land Court rather than recorded at the Registry of Deeds.
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