Real Property Legal Questions and Answers
Can a contractor file a lien without a contract in Minnesota?
If I had work done on my home and paid the amount I owed in checks, and the other in cash of 200.00, and I never signed a contract, can the company file a lien on my home? (of which they had a certified letter at the post office that I haven't picked up stating so)
08/05/2011 | Category: Real Property » Liens | State: Minnesota | #25282Can I Recover Property Sold to Others to Avoid Me Collecting on a Judgment?
I'm considering filing a judgement against an individual who owns me money for an unpaid loan. This individual owns commercial properties which he is selling to family members and friends. He is selling the commercial properties for the balance due on the mortgage of the properties, which is considerably less than the fair market value of the properties. If I were to file a ...
07/06/2011 | Category: Real Property » Liens | State: Utah | #25144What Can a Condominium Do About a Lien From the Builder?
I have a mortgage on a condominium in South Padre Island, TX which I would like to re-finance. I just discovered that the builder has a lien which was not revealed to myself or probably any other owners. I now am having trouble doing the re-finance because of the lien since the building and all units now do not have a clean title. Are there any legal ramifications and what if I...
06/30/2011 | Category: Real Property » Liens | State: Texas | #25119What Forms Do I Need to File A Security Interest in a Promissory Note?
My wife and I borrowed $60,000 as a personal loan from my mother toward a down payment on our new home a year ago. The loan document gives her the right to secure the principal by lien against our residence. She has asked us to handle the lien process for her, but I'm unable to locate proper forms for filing a consensual lien. Appreciate guidance and/or link to the proper forms...
06/13/2011 | Category: Real Property » Liens | State: California | #25015How Do I Loan Money and Makes Sure My Lien Comes First?
I need the correct form or document in order to have the first position on a property lien from a loan to purchase the property.
04/26/2011 | Category: Real Property » Liens | State: California | #24728I need to remove a Federal lien on my home. My wife was convicted in a Federal Court and they placed a lien on my house becau...
I need to remove a Federal lien on my home. My wife was convicted in a Federal Court and they placed a lien on my house because her name is on the deed. Her name is not on the loan. In addition she has been deported to the U.K. where she was born.We need to have the lien removed so we can sell our home.At this time, I am with my wife in London on a visit, but you can contact me...
03/26/2011 | Category: Real Property » Liens | State: Tennessee | #24498How do you determine priority of liens in Michigan?
I have a land contract on a house that burned down. The vendee took the insurance company to court when they refused to pay. The court awarded a small sum to the vendee. Not enough to rebuild. Vendee now has a bill with his attorney who is sure to claim an attorney's lien on the proceeds. My question: which lien takes precedent on the proceeds, my vendor's lien or the atto...
11/10/2010 | Category: Real Property » Liens | State: Michigan | #23610How Do I Sell a Vehicle Left for Repair in California if a Co-Owner Claims the Vehicle?
We own a body shop, contracted custom work to be done on the property. Received a deposit of $1,000.00. 18 months after the owner contacted us from Mexico saying he had to leave the country for legal troubles. We told him we need payment and for him to get the car off the property or we would have to lien sale it. We waited 2 years...he never contacted us again...we attempt...
06/25/2010 | Category: Real Property » Liens | State: California | #22480How Do I Collect on Liens That I purchase?
if i buy property leins how do I get my Money back
01/11/2010 | Category: Real Property » Liens | State: Colorado | #20371How Do I Cancel a Satisfied Mortgage in Florida if the Lender is Out of Business?
How do I get an assignment of mortgage lien released from my property if the company that need to release the lien has gone out of business.
12/12/2009 | Category: Real Property » Liens | State: Florida | #20026