Escrow & Title
In South Carolina, which of the following would NOT be found in a title examination of public records?
ARecorded mortgages and deeds of trust
BJudgment liens against the property owner
CUnrecorded oral agreements between neighbors✓ Correct
DRecorded easements and restrictions
Explanation
A title examination reviews the public record — recorded deeds, mortgages, liens, easements, etc. Unrecorded oral agreements are not in the public record and would not appear in a title search, though they may still affect property rights.
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