Escrow & Title
A NH buyer's attorney performing a title examination would check which public records?
AOnly the current deed
BRegistry of deeds, probate court, superior court (judgments/liens), tax records, and UCC filings✓ Correct
COnly the county registry of deeds
DOnly the tax assessor's records
Explanation
A thorough NH title search examines the registry of deeds (chain of title, mortgages, easements, restrictions), probate records, court records (judgments, lis pendens), municipal tax records, and UCC filings for a complete title picture.
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Key Terms to Know
Chain of Title
The sequential record of all transfers of ownership for a piece of property from the original patent holder to the present owner.
DeedA written legal instrument used to transfer ownership of real property from one party (grantor) to another (grantee).
EasementA non-possessory right to use another person's land for a specific purpose.
LienA financial claim against a property that serves as security for a debt or obligation, giving the creditor the right to foreclose if unpaid.
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