Escrow & Title
Which title condition means there are no liens, encumbrances, or other defects that would interfere with the buyer's use and enjoyment of the property?
AInsurable title
BMarketable title✓ Correct
CRecord title
DEquitable title
Explanation
Marketable (merchantable) title is title free from reasonable doubt — no liens or defects that would cause a purchaser to refuse to take the property or that could expose the buyer to litigation.
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