Escrow & Title

A 'chain of title' in South Dakota refers to:

AThe physical boundary markers around a property
BThe sequence of ownership transfers from the original grant to the current owner✓ Correct
CThe list of liens on a property in priority order
DThe series of inspections performed before closing

Explanation

The chain of title is the historical sequence of recorded transfers of ownership from the original land grant to the present owner, establishing the lineage of title.

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