Escrow & Title
In South Carolina, which document allows the closing attorney to conduct the title search by examining recorded documents?
AThe listing agreement
BAccess to the public record system at the county Register of Deeds✓ Correct
CA court order
DAuthorization from the SCREC
Explanation
Title searches are conducted by examining the public records at the county Register of Deeds (or Register of Mesne Conveyances), which are publicly accessible to licensed attorneys and title researchers.
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