Property Ownership

A lis pendens recorded against a South Dakota property provides notice that:

AThe property has passed environmental testing
BThere is pending litigation affecting the property✓ Correct
CThe property taxes are current
DA new survey has been completed

Explanation

A lis pendens ('suit pending') is a recorded notice that legal action affecting the property's title is pending, warning potential buyers and lenders of the dispute.

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