Property Ownership

The Massachusetts Homestead Act (MGL Chapter 188) protects a homeowner's principal residence from:

AAll creditors including mortgage holders
BCertain unsecured creditors up to $500,000 in equity✓ Correct
CProperty tax liens
DFederal income tax liens

Explanation

Massachusetts Chapter 188 provides homestead protection of up to $500,000 in equity for a homeowner's principal residence against certain unsecured creditor claims. It does not protect against mortgage foreclosure, tax liens, or mechanic's liens.

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