Escrow & Title
A Wisconsin lis pendens filed against a property puts prospective buyers and lenders on notice that:
AThe property is for sale
BLitigation is pending that may affect title or ownership of the property✓ Correct
CA lien has been paid off
DThe property taxes are delinquent
Explanation
A lis pendens (Latin for 'suit pending') provides constructive notice that the property is the subject of litigation that could affect its title or the outcome of any purchase.
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