Escrow & Title
In Virginia, the Torrens system of title registration:
AIs the primary method of title transfer used statewide
BIs not used in Virginia; Virginia uses a recording/deed system✓ Correct
CIs required for all commercial properties over $1 million
DIs administered by VREB
Explanation
Virginia uses the deed recording system (not Torrens). Under the deed recording system, documents are recorded in the land records and title is established by examining the chain of recorded instruments.
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