Subsequent Encumbrance

A subsequent encumbrance refers to any lien, claim, charge, or liability placed on a property after an initial encumbrance has been established. Encumbrances can affect the title to the property and might include mortgages, easements, leases, or judgments. When a subsequent encumbrance is recorded, it typically takes a secondary position in priority to the earlier encumbrances unless specific legal rules or agreements dictate otherwise.