Escrow & Title
What is the purpose of a 'chain of title' examination by a West Virginia title attorney?
ATo verify the property's current market value
BTo trace ownership history and identify any gaps, defects, or encumbrances in title✓ Correct
CTo confirm the property's physical boundaries
DTo verify the seller's identity
Explanation
A chain of title examination traces the history of ownership from the present back through time, looking for gaps, breaks, unresolved liens, easements, restrictions, and other defects that might affect the current owner's title.
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