To attach a lien to real estate, the creditor records the judgment with the superior court clerk in the Georgia county where the debtor has real estate now or may have real estate in the future.
A payoff request allows a third party to receive the current balance due to release a lien or facilitate a business transfer (bulk sale transfer or liquor license). To release a lien or facilitate a bulk sale transfer, businesses must be in good standing to receive a payoff request.
Common notification methods include sending multiple unpaid bills in the mail but these bills can be lost or not reach the appropriate person before a lien is placed. They can also arrive when the previous homeowner was at the property but cease by the time a new homeowner moves in.
The Georgia Department of Revenue's website is the primary repository for state tax liens. Individuals can visit the agency's Georgia Tax Center to look up tax liens with SOLVED, the Search for a Lien tool. The tool disseminates information on tax liens filed by the state for unpaid taxes.
In Georgia, property ownership records are public documents and freely accessible.
The Georgia Department of Revenue's website is the primary repository for state tax liens. Individuals can visit the agency's Georgia Tax Center to look up tax liens with SOLVED, the Search for a Lien tool. The tool disseminates information on tax liens filed by the state for unpaid taxes.
Generally, your property will be subject to the judgment lien for seven (7) years. Nevertheless, you should speak to an attorney if you have any lien on your home and wish to sell your property.