Escrow & Title
A Wisconsin 'deed of reconveyance' is used in states with deed of trust systems to:
ATransfer property to a new owner
BReturn legal title to the borrower when a loan is paid off✓ Correct
CCreate a new mortgage lien
DGrant an easement
Explanation
A deed of reconveyance transfers legal title back from the trustee to the borrower (trustor) when a deed of trust loan is fully repaid. (Note: Wisconsin primarily uses mortgages, not deeds of trust.)
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