Escrow & Title
The purpose of a 'no-lien affidavit' provided by a Mississippi seller at closing is to:
AGuarantee the property is free of all environmental contamination
BCertify that no work has been done or materials furnished that would give rise to an unpaid mechanic's or materialman's lien✓ Correct
CConfirm the property tax is current
DCertify the seller's citizenship status
Explanation
A no-lien affidavit (also called a gap affidavit or mechanic's lien affidavit) is a sworn statement by the seller that no recent work or materials have been provided that could give rise to an unpaid mechanic's or materialman's lien.
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