Escrow & Title
In South Carolina, which party typically pays for the owner's title insurance policy at closing?
AThe buyer always pays
BThe seller always pays
CCustom varies by location in SC — either buyer or seller may pay per local custom or negotiation✓ Correct
DTitle insurance is paid equally by both parties
Explanation
In South Carolina, the payment of owner's title insurance varies by local custom and negotiation. In some areas, the seller traditionally pays; in others, the buyer pays. This is a negotiable item in the purchase contract.
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