Escrow & Title
In South Carolina, which document provides a complete history of ownership transfers for a property?
ATitle insurance policy
BAbstract of title✓ Correct
CSurvey plat
DProperty tax record
Explanation
An abstract of title is a condensed history of all recorded instruments and proceedings affecting the title to a specific parcel of property. It is used by an attorney to render a title opinion.
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