Escrow & Title
A Virginia property sold at a sheriff's sale for delinquent taxes conveys what type of title to the purchaser?
AClear marketable title immediately
BTitle subject to a redemption period during which the prior owner may reclaim the property✓ Correct
CNo title — the purchaser only gets a lien
DTitle with a full warranty
Explanation
In Virginia tax sales, the prior owner typically has a redemption period after the sale during which they can reclaim the property by paying the delinquent taxes, interest, and costs. After redemption expires, the purchaser's title becomes more secure.
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