Escrow & TitleIntermediateAlabama Exam

A lis pendens recorded against an Alabama property indicates:

AThe property has been sold
BThere is pending litigation affecting the propertyCorrect
CThe property is in foreclosure
DThe property has been condemned, under this approach

Why There is pending litigation affecting the property Is Correct

Answer B: There is pending litigation affecting the property

A lis pendens (Latin for 'suit pending') is a recorded notice that there is pending litigation that may affect the title to the property. It warns potential buyers that the property's title is in dispute.

Exam Tip: Escrow & Title

Escrow questions test the neutral third-party role and the sequence of closing events. Remember that the escrow agent acts as a dual agent for both buyer and seller and cannot advocate for either side.

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