Escrow & Title
In Massachusetts, a 'title search' typically goes back how many years to establish a marketable chain of title?
A10 years
B20 years
C40-50 years (typically to a 'root of title')✓ Correct
DThe full history of the parcel
Explanation
Massachusetts title searches typically go back 40-50 years to establish a 'root of title'—a recorded instrument (deed) clear enough to provide a reliable foundation. Searching back to the original grant would be impractical.
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