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What is 'indefeasibility of title' under the Torrens system in WA?

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B) The registered title is state-guaranteed and defeated only in limited circumstances

Indefeasibility of title means the registered proprietor's interest is guaranteed by the state and cannot be set aside except in cases of fraud by the registered proprietor, certain statutory exceptions, or in personam claims.

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A
Anyone with an earlier unregistered claim can set the registered title aside
B
The registered title is state-guaranteed and defeated only in limited circumstances
C
The title lasts 99 years, after which the owner must apply for it to be renewed
D
The title is protected only while the owner holds a current title insurance policy

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