Escrow & Title
In Tennessee, a title search typically covers the chain of title for how many years?
A10 years
B20 years
CAt least 30 years, per the Tennessee Marketable Title Act✓ Correct
D50 years always
Explanation
Tennessee's Marketable Title Act provides that a title search generally needs to go back at least 30 years to establish a marketable root of title. Some searches go back further depending on the complexity of the title or lender requirements.
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