Escrow & Title
An owner's title insurance policy in Wisconsin protects:
AThe lender's interest only
BThe buyer/owner against title defects that existed prior to closing✓ Correct
CThe seller after the property is sold
DThe broker against commission disputes
Explanation
An owner's title insurance policy protects the property buyer/owner against losses resulting from title defects, liens, or encumbrances that existed prior to the policy's effective date.
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