Escrow & Title
In Indiana, property tax liens are generally:
AJunior to first mortgage liens
BSuperior to all other liens, including first mortgages✓ Correct
CEqual priority to mechanic's liens
DSubordinate to judgment liens
Explanation
Property tax liens in Indiana have super-priority and are generally superior to all other liens, including first mortgages. Lenders require property tax escrow accounts to protect against tax liens.
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