Lien Release Letter For Property In Houston
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Texas Property Code, Section 53.284, prescribes statutory language for Waiver and Release of Lien or Payment Bond Claims. Waivers for claims under a PRIME CONTRACT signed AFTER January 1, 2021, DO NOT need to be notarized. Waivers for claims under a PRIME CONTRACT signed BEFORE January 1, 2021, MUST be notarized.
Interested persons may visit the county clerk's office where the lien is filed and examine relevant public records. Alternatively, the searches can be done online using the county clerk's online search tool (if available in the county of interest).
To remove or clear a Lien on Texas property, the person or entity claiming the Lien needs to sign a document releasing the Lien. The document is usually called a Release of Lien, Lien Release, or a Deed of Reconveyance.
Information concerning liens recorded against a property may be researched by the public in the County Clerk's Deed Records Department located at 101 W. Nueva, Suite B109, San Antonio, TX 78205, or visit our website.
A judgment lien lasts for ten years. Generally, to file a judgment lien, an abstract of judgment must be issued by the justice court. Some justice courts have a form available on their website to request an abstract of judgment.
Until payment requirements can be met, creditors may place liens on property to settle their debts. The homeowner is responsible for keeping track of and paying off all debts on time to avoid having liens placed on their home without their knowledge.
Contacting the lien holder and receiving a full release is usually the most effective method of having a lien removed in Texas; however, in some cases, additional steps will be required to effect lien removal.
A judgment lien lasts for ten years. Generally, to file a judgment lien, an abstract of judgment must be issued by the justice court. Some justice courts have a form available on their website to request an abstract of judgment.
