Finance
In Rhode Island, which type of lien takes priority over a first mortgage?
AA second mortgage recorded after the first
BA mechanic's lien filed during construction
CProperty tax liens✓ Correct
DA homeowner's association assessment lien
Explanation
Property tax liens in Rhode Island have statutory super-priority and take precedence over first mortgages and most other encumbrances, regardless of the order in which liens were recorded.
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