Escrow & Title
In Arizona, priority among competing liens on the same property is generally determined by:
AThe size of the lien
BThe date of recording—earlier recorded liens generally have priority✓ Correct
CThe type of lien (mortgage vs. judgment)
DThe lender's choice
Explanation
Under Arizona's recording laws, lien priority is generally determined by the date and time of recording—'first in time, first in right.' Property tax liens are an exception and have 'super-priority' over other liens.
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