Escrow & Title
When a Texas property is purchased, the buyer assumes which of the following automatically with the deed unless excepted?
AThe seller's outstanding credit card debt
BEasements, restrictive covenants, and other encumbrances shown in the public record✓ Correct
CThe seller's HOA delinquencies
DThe seller's litigation history
Explanation
When property is conveyed, the buyer takes it subject to all encumbrances of record (easements, deed restrictions, liens), whether or not the deed specifically mentions them. A title search reveals these encumbrances.
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