Escrow & Title
A lis pendens is a legal notice that:
AIndicates a property is in a flood zone
BWarns prospective buyers of pending litigation affecting the property✓ Correct
CConfirms the seller's clear title
DRecords an easement on the property
Explanation
A lis pendens ('lawsuit pending') is a recorded legal notice that warns prospective buyers and lenders that there is pending litigation that may affect the title or ownership of the property.
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