Escrow & Title

A lis pendens is a recorded notice that:

AA property has a tax lien
BPending litigation affects the property's title✓ Correct
CThe property is in foreclosure
DA boundary survey has been completed

Explanation

A lis pendens ('pending lawsuit') is a recorded notice that warns potential buyers and lenders that the property's title is subject to an active lawsuit. Anyone who acquires the property takes it subject to the outcome of that litigation.

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