Escrow & Title

A Texas title policy's 'survey exception' protects the title company from claims arising from:

ADefects in the deed
BFacts that would be disclosed by an accurate survey, such as encroachments or boundary disputes✓ Correct
CUnpaid property taxes
DUndisclosed heirs

Explanation

The standard survey exception in a Texas title policy excludes coverage for matters that a current survey would reveal, such as encroachments, boundary discrepancies, or easements visible on the ground. Buyers can often delete or modify this exception by providing a recent survey.

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