Escrow & Title
In Missouri, property taxes are a lien on the property. Unpaid property taxes have what lien priority?
ASubordinate to all other liens
BSuperior to most other liens, including mortgages✓ Correct
CEqual priority with first mortgages
DNo priority until recorded
Explanation
Real estate tax liens in Missouri are generally superior (senior) to most other liens, including mortgage liens, ensuring the government collects taxes before other creditors in a foreclosure.
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