Escrow & Title
In Minnesota, a Torrens certificate of title provides which benefit over abstract title?
ALower recording fees
BGovernment-guaranteed title✓ Correct
CFaster closing process
DNo need for title insurance
Explanation
Minnesota's Torrens system provides a government-guaranteed certificate of title. Once registered, the state guarantees the title against most prior claims.
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