Escrow & Title
What is a title search versus a title examination in Nevada?
AThey are the same process
BA title search is the process of examining public records to compile title history; a title examination is the legal review of that history by an attorney or title officer to identify any title defects✓ Correct
CA title examination is done by NRED; a title search by the county
DA title search is required; a title examination is optional
Explanation
A title search compiles the relevant recorded documents affecting title from public records. A title examination is the legal analysis of those documents by an attorney or title officer to identify any defects, encumbrances, or other problems that must be resolved before insurable title can be conveyed.
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