Escrow & Title

In South Dakota, an IRS federal tax lien is recorded against a property owner. Where would a buyer find this information?

AOn the property's physical inspection report
BIn a search of IRS records only (not county records)
CIn the public record at the county register of deeds or through a federal tax lien search✓ Correct
DOnly through the property's title insurance policy

Explanation

Federal tax liens are recorded in the county register of deeds and are searchable in the public record. A proper title search includes checking for federal tax liens.

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