Exception

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An exception is an item that a title insurance policy does not cover — such as a recorded easement, CC&Rs, or a known lien — listed in the title commitment and the policy.

• Endorsement
• Title Commitment
• Title Insurance
• Encumbrance

Reviewed by Kootenai Title & Bonner Title Editorial Team · Last updated June 19, 2026
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