Property Ownership

In Maryland, a lis pendens recorded in the land records provides notice that:

AThe property has been sold to a new owner
BLitigation is pending that could affect title to the property✓ Correct
CThe property taxes are delinquent
DThe property is listed for sale by owner

Explanation

A lis pendens ('suit pending') is recorded in Maryland land records to give constructive notice that a lawsuit is pending that may affect title to the property.

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