Escrow & Title

A 'title abstract' is:

AA summary of the title insurance policy terms
BA chronological summary of all recorded documents affecting a property's title, used to trace ownership history✓ Correct
CA lender's requirement for a minimum down payment
DThe escrow company's closing instructions

Explanation

A title abstract is a historical summary of all recorded documents (deeds, mortgages, liens, easements, etc.) affecting a property's title. An attorney then reviews the abstract to render a title opinion. Abstract-based title systems have largely been replaced by title insurance in most Oregon transactions.

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