Liens Online

A lien is a legal claim on an asset—usually a home or car—to secure the repayment of a debt. 1. Common Types of Liens

Filed by Homeowners Associations for unpaid dues or assessments. 2. How to Search for Liens

Visit your local County Recorder or Clerk of Court website; most have free online search tools using the property address or owner's name. A lien is a legal claim on an

Filed by the government (IRS or state) when property or income taxes go unpaid.

Alex soon realized the power of a lien. Because it was a public record attached to his property, he could not provide a "clean title" to his buyer. No bank would approve the buyer’s mortgage while the lien existed, effectively freezing the sale. The Resolution To save the sale, Alex had a few options: Alex soon realized the power of a lien

Once paid, the creditor is legally required to file a release in the same public records office where the lien was originally recorded.

Professionals like those at First American or Fidelity National Title can conduct a comprehensive search for a fee (usually $75–$200). The Resolution To save the sale

The most common type; the bank holds a claim on your home until the loan is paid off.