Escrow & Title
A preliminary title report (title commitment) in Washington is issued by:
AThe county assessor
BA licensed title insurance company after searching the public record✓ Correct
CThe DOL as part of license compliance
DThe escrow agent based on the MLS listing
Explanation
A title insurance company issues the preliminary title report (or title commitment) after searching the public records. It discloses existing liens, encumbrances, easements, and exceptions that will affect the title policy.
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