Property Ownership
A lis pendens recorded against a property in New York provides notice that:
AThe property is listed for sale
BThere is pending litigation affecting the property's title✓ Correct
CThe property has environmental contamination
DA zoning variance has been applied for
Explanation
A lis pendens (Latin for 'suit pending') is a recorded notice that litigation is pending that may affect the title or ownership of the property, warning potential buyers of the legal dispute.
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