Escrow & Title
A Mississippi property is subject to an IRS federal tax lien. If the property is sold, the IRS tax lien:
AIs automatically released upon sale
BMust typically be paid off at closing since it attaches to the proceeds of sale; the IRS has the right of redemption✓ Correct
CTransfers to the buyer
DIs junior to all other liens regardless of recording date
Explanation
Federal tax liens (IRS) attach to all property of the delinquent taxpayer and must generally be satisfied at closing from sale proceeds. The government has priority over most subsequent interests, though mortgage holders who recorded before the tax lien may be senior. Unpaid tax liens can pass to the buyer if not discharged.
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