Property Ownership
A 'covenant running with the land' in Mississippi attaches to the property and binds all future owners. For a covenant to run with the land, it must:
ABe renewed by each new owner
BTouch and concern the land, be in writing, and the parties must intend it to bind successors✓ Correct
CBe recorded with MREC
DBe approved by the county board of supervisors
Explanation
For a covenant to run with the land and bind future owners, it must: (1) be in writing, (2) touch and concern the land (affect its use or value), (3) show intent to bind successors, and (4) have privity of estate.
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