Escrow & Title
A Wisconsin abstract of title is:
AA type of title insurance policy
BA condensed summary of all recorded documents affecting a property's title✓ Correct
CA document issued by DSPS certifying the chain of ownership
DA deed used in foreclosure sales
Explanation
An abstract of title is a compiled history of all recorded documents affecting a property — deeds, mortgages, liens, easements — that an attorney uses to render a title opinion.
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