Escrow & Title
A NH property buyer who wants to verify that a mechanic's lien has been paid and released would check:
AThe property tax records
BThe county Registry of Deeds for a recorded discharge of lien✓ Correct
CThe NH Real Estate Commission's records
DThe seller's bank statements
Explanation
When a mechanic's lien is paid and discharged, the lienholder should record a discharge of lien at the county Registry of Deeds. Buyers and their attorneys can verify the lien has been released by searching the public record for the discharge. If no discharge is recorded, the lien may still be active.
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