Property Ownership

In Missouri, a 'lis pendens' filed against a property notifies potential buyers that:

AThe property has environmental contamination
BA lawsuit is pending that may affect title to the property✓ Correct
CThe property is in foreclosure
DThe property taxes are delinquent

Explanation

Lis pendens (Latin for 'pending lawsuit') is recorded in Missouri to provide constructive notice that litigation is pending which could affect the property's title. This clouds title and deters purchase until the lawsuit is resolved.

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