Property Ownership

In Michigan, after a deed is delivered and accepted, transferring ownership, the property may still be subject to:

AThe seller's property tax obligations for the prior year
BEncumbrances such as mortgages, liens, and easements that were not cleared before closing✓ Correct
CThe prior owner's homestead exemption claims
DFuture zoning changes that applied before the sale

Explanation

Delivery and acceptance of a deed transfers ownership, but the property remains subject to any encumbrances (mortgages, liens, easements, deed restrictions) that were on the title and not discharged before or at closing.

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