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In a 'worst case scenario' probably they can. They have a legal lien against your property to satisfy an unpaid debt that is owed them. If they take you to court and are awarded a judgment against you, and your home is your only monetary asset, the court COULD order you to sell it to in order to pay off the lien.
What else can I help you with?
What happens after a lien is filed on your home?
You will be notified of the lien/debt. In order to clear the home title (i.e.- for sale, or refinance, etc) the lien/debt will have to be satisfied. Depending upon the size of the lien and the circumstances, the lien holder may be able to force a sale of the property in order to collect the debt. It also depends on the lien holder's position. Priority is given to a tax lien, then the 1st mortgage, 2nd, etc.
Does a lien on your house force selling your home?
No. Every mortgage is secured by a lien. The lien only ensures that the lien holder is reimbursed upon sale of the property. There can actually be several lien holders on a single property, and each will be paid in turn.
In Minnesota does a mechanics lien supersede a first lien holder?
A first lien holder is usually the lender or mortgage holder. Mechanics or Construction Liens do not supercede any lien placed before them or mortgage recorded after the lien is filed. In Minnesota mechanics liens are only enforceable for one year after the last day of service. Any lien holder, regardless of where they are in priority, can file to enforce their lien at anytime during that one year period.
Is an assignee a lien holder?
An assignee of a lien is the new lien holder.
Who needs lien insurance?
The lien holder would. A lien holder has a financial interest in the property
Can a lien holder refuse release of lien if debt is paid?
If a debt has been paid off, the lien holder is required to release the lien. If the lien holder refuses, you will need to get a lawyer and take the case to court
If you default on a leased vehicle can the bank place a lien on your home?
It is possible. While it is more difficult for a vehicle lien holder to extend a lien to other, unsecured property, it is possible with a legal judgment. It is much simpler for this to occur if the lien holder and mortgage holder ar the same. In situations such as this, it is a simple matter of cross colateralization.
What is a Lian holder?
I think you mean LIEN (not lian) holder. A lien holder is one (an individual or company) which holds the lien to a secured real or personal property.
What can be done when the lien holder has repossessed your mobile home but has not removed it from your property?
CHARGE THEM STORAGE
Lien holder on your vehicle?
The lien holder is the person or firm, you borrowed the money from to purchase the car.
Is a lien holder responsible if the car owner has an accident?
only if the lien holder caused the collision
Who owns the vehicle you or the lien holder?
Well, you own the vehicle subject to the lien. You cannot sell or refinance the vehicle until the lien holder is paid. If you don't pay the lien, the lien holder can repossess the vehicle. So you own it subject to your paying the loan.
