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Sarah is a Connecticut real estate broker advising a buyer who is considering purchasing a property that is currently subject to a strict foreclosure judgment. The law day for the mortgagor has already passed without redemption. Which of the following statements most accurately reflects the status of the property?

Correct Answer

B) Title has already vested in the lender, and the lender now has the right to sell the property.

Under Connecticut's strict foreclosure statute (CGS §§ 49-1 through 49-31v), once the law day passes without redemption by the mortgagor (and any junior lienholders), title vests automatically in the lender. The lender then holds full title and has the right to sell or otherwise dispose of the property. A buyer interested in this property would need to negotiate with the lender as the new title holder.

Answer Options
A
The property will be auctioned at a sheriff's sale within 90 days, and the buyer can submit a bid.
B
Title has already vested in the lender, and the lender now has the right to sell the property.
C
The original owner retains an equitable right of redemption for one year after the law day.
D
The court must issue a separate deed to transfer title, which takes an additional 60 days.

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