Escrow & Title
In Minnesota, which of the following would be found in the public real estate records?
AThe terms of an oral lease
BRecorded deeds, mortgages, liens, satisfaction of mortgages, and plats✓ Correct
CA buyer's credit report used for loan approval
DThe seller's net proceeds statement
Explanation
Public real estate records in Minnesota (maintained by the county recorder or registrar of titles) contain recorded documents that affect real property: deeds, mortgages, satisfaction of mortgages, easements, liens, plats, well disclosure certificates, etc. These records provide constructive notice to all parties.
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