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Key Takeaways. A judgment lien is a court ruling that gives a creditor the right to take possession of a debtor's property if the debtor fails to fulfill their contractual obligations. Judgment liens are nonconsensual because they are attached to property without the owner's consent or agreement.
To establish a lien, a contractor or subcontractor must file a petition in the circuit court for the county where the property is located within 180 days after completing work on the property or providing materials.
And a homeowner may find it difficult to sell any property that has a lien against it. Prospective buyers may avoid a property to which someone else has a claim.
The judgment lien is not going to impact a homesteaded property so the mortgage lender would be able to obtain a first lien on your property. So, as long as you otherwise qualify for a mortgage, the judgment lien should not be a problem.
A judgment lien is considered a nonconsensual lien because it is attached to a piece of property without the owner's consent or agreement.
It shows up on your credit report as well as on any background checks. The judgment is considered a lien against your property, including any real estate that you have, in the state in which the judgment is filed.
Lien and Judgment Negotiation Locate your creditor and find out how much you owe: This can often be the most challenging part of lien negotiation. Evaluate and explain whether it is worth it to try and negotiate the lien or judgment: Some liens are negotiable and some aren't. Negotiate: Negotiation is an art.
Most judgment liens last for 10 years and can be renewed for another 10 years. For example, the creditor could place a judgment lien on your home which would inhibit you from selling the property without first paying the creditor what you owe.
An example of a general lien is a state income tax lien. Unlike specific liens that attach only to particular assets, a general lien is against all of the assets of a debtor and not tied to a specific asset. For instance, A mortgage lien is tied specifically to a piece of property.
Ing to California State Law, documents can only be viewed in the Clerk Recorder office. You will be able to view the images of recorded documents involving your name to find out if a lien has been placed against you or if a recorded lien has been released.