Escrow & TitleIntermediateAlaska Exam

A 'lis pendens' recorded in Alaska gives notice that:

AA property lien has been paid and released
BPending litigation affecting title to the property is in progressCorrect
CThe property is subject to a pending tax sale
DThe property owner has died and probate is pending, as a general rule

Why Pending litigation affecting title to the property is in progress Is Correct

Answer B: Pending litigation affecting title to the property is in progress

Lis pendens (Latin for 'suit pending') is a notice recorded in the public records to warn potential buyers and lenders that the property is subject to pending litigation that may affect title. Anyone who subsequently acquires an interest in the property takes subject to the outcome of the lawsuit.

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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