Contracts
In Massachusetts, 'equitable title' refers to:
AThe legal title held by the seller until closing
BThe buyer's interest in the property once a purchase contract is signed, even before the deed is delivered✓ Correct
CTitle that is shared equally between buyer and seller
DTitle in an estate proceeding
Explanation
Upon signing a purchase contract, the buyer acquires equitable title—a beneficial interest in the property. The seller retains legal title until the deed is delivered, but the equitable interest belongs to the buyer under the doctrine of equitable conversion.
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