Chapter 7 National Book Flashcards
Constructive notice
when the law assumes you know info while buying a house
info is publicly available
due diligence
Actual notice
has direct knowledge of docs in public notice
facts revealed by inspection
Recording
placing documents in the public record
Priority
most important info is presented first
Chain of title
a record of a properties ownership
What document can be used as title evidence?
policies of title insurance
Action to quiet title
purchaser is guaranteed ownership
prevents third party from claiming
What does title insurance do?
protects from any loses that could happen from defects in the title
standard coverage and extended coverage
Abstract of title
report that includes all recorded liens and encumbrances
could be done by abstractor or attorney
Marketable title
a title that a reasonably informed buyer would accept, no serious defects