Escrow & Title
In a Mississippi real estate closing, the 'settlement agent' typically:
ARepresents only the buyer
BCoordinates closing, prepares closing documents, receives and disburses funds, and records documents on behalf of all parties✓ Correct
COnly prepares the deed
DIs always an attorney under Mississippi law
Explanation
In Mississippi, the settlement agent (who may be a title company, attorney, or escrow company) serves as a neutral party coordinating the closing — preparing documents, collecting and verifying funds, ensuring all conditions are met, disbursing proceeds, and recording the deed and deed of trust.
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