Liens are legal claims on property that are often placed by creditors or government agencies to secure property taxes, contractor fees and other unpaid debts. Common types include tax, judgment, ...

You're in good company if you're not exactly sure how liens work. It's not one of those topics that makes it into most people's water-cooler conversations. But knowing what a lien is and how it works ...

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What is a lien and how does it affect you? You’re in good company if you’re not exactly sure how liens work. It’s not one of those topics that makes it into most people’s water-cooler conversations.