The Florida homestead is the most protected asset in the entire country. The purpose of Florida homestead laws is to shield the primary residence of Florida residents so that they do not lose their homes due to unpaid debts.
Homestead property in Florida is exempt from judgment creditors by the homestead provision of the Florida Constitution. This means that a creditor cannot place a lien against or force the sale of one's homestead to satisfy an obligation or monetary judgment.
The sheriff's department can seize: Personal property: movable things (e.g., cars, horses, boats, furniture, jewelry) owned by the debtor. Real property: land and buildings owned by the debtor.
In Florida, a judgment lien can be attached to the debtor's real estate -- meaning a house, condo, land, or similar kind of property interest. Florida also allows judgment liens to be attached to the debtor's personal property -- things like jewelry, art, antiques, and other valuables.
And some states also allow judgment liens on the debtor's personal property -- things like jewelry, art, antiques, and other valuables. In Ohio, a judgment lien can be attached to real estate only (such as a house, land, or similar property interest).