Escrow & Title
In New York, real estate closings are conducted by:
ALicensed escrow officers at title companies (same as California)
BAttorneys representing each party, with a title company providing insurance✓ Correct
CReal estate brokers acting as escrow agents
DThe county clerk's office
Explanation
New York is an attorney closing state. Attorneys represent buyers and sellers, and title insurance companies provide title searches and insurance. Unlike escrow states, New York does not use neutral escrow officers to conduct closings.
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