Escrow & Title
In South Dakota, which encumbrance does NOT affect the marketability or value of a property's title but does restrict its use?
AA mortgage lien
BAn easement appurtenant benefiting an adjacent property✓ Correct
CA judgment lien against the property owner
DA tax lien for unpaid property taxes
Explanation
An easement appurtenant is an encumbrance that restricts certain uses of the property (the servient estate must allow the dominant estate's use) but does not create a financial claim against the property. Mortgage, judgment, and tax liens are financial encumbrances that cloud title and affect marketability.
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