Escrow & Title

In South Dakota, which type of notice is given when a prospective buyer views a property and sees a person in possession (such as a tenant)?

AConstructive notice
BActual notice
CInquiry notice✓ Correct
DJudicial notice

Explanation

When a prospective buyer views a property and sees someone in possession (like a tenant), this gives them 'inquiry notice' — they are put on notice to inquire about the nature of that party's interest. This is sometimes called 'notice by possession' and creates an obligation to investigate further.

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