Property Ownership

In Tennessee, a tax lien for unpaid property taxes is superior (has priority) to:

AAll other liens including previously recorded mortgages✓ Correct
BOnly mechanic's liens filed after the tax becomes delinquent
COnly liens filed in the same calendar year
DNo other liens — mortgages always have first priority

Explanation

Property tax liens in Tennessee generally have super-priority status and take precedence over other liens including previously recorded mortgages, mechanics' liens, and judgment liens. This is a critical consideration for lenders and buyers.

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