Escrow & Title
In South Carolina, which instrument is used to release a satisfied mortgage lien from the public record?
AA satisfaction of mortgage (or deed of reconveyance for deeds of trust)✓ Correct
BA quitclaim deed
CA warranty deed
DA lis pendens
Explanation
When a mortgage is paid in full, the lender records a satisfaction of mortgage (or, for a deed of trust, a deed of reconveyance) to release the lien from the public record, clearing the title.
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