Escrow & Title
Under Ohio law, a title insurance company may refuse to insure title if:
AThe property is located in a flood zone
BThere are unresolved title defects, liens, or encumbrances that make title unmarketable✓ Correct
CThe appraised value is below the sale price
DThe buyer is financing with an FHA loan
Explanation
Title insurance companies perform a title search and may refuse to insure (or issue with exceptions) when there are unresolved title defects, outstanding liens, or encumbrances that create material risk.
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