Question: Concept Check 3 5 . 2 : Question 2 3 tries left Trixie owns a parcel of land. She doesn't pay her property taxes, so
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Trixie owns a parcel of land. She doesn't pay her property taxes, so the state
files a tax lien on the property, creating an encumbrance. Trixie then sells the
land to Sam but doesn't tell him about the tax lien. Sam then sells the property
to Gary and gives him a special warranty deed. Gary neglects to obtain a title
insurance policy when purchasing the real estate. When the state comes to
collect the unpaid taxes from the property's current owner, Gary, what
recourse does he have?
None, he must pay the taxes and cannot recover from anyone else.
He can be reimbursed for the amount of the tax lien by Sam.
He can be reimbursed for the amount of the tax lien by the title
insurance company.
He can be reimbursed for the amount of the tax lien by Trixie.
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