The thing passes with its burden.

Explanation

An encumbrance follows the property wherever it goes — the purchaser takes subject to existing obligations, and cannot claim ignorance as a defense.

Where this applies

• I bought a house with a lien on it — am I responsible for the previous owner's debts?
• The car I purchased turned out to have an outstanding loan against it.

See also

• 5.1.9 No one gives what he does not have.