2007-01-05 04:38:07 · 8 answers · asked by Thickallova 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Credit
I placed a mechanical lien on a house in 2002. the house was sold in 2006. I was under the impression that a lien does not expire. I received a letter stating that my statue of limitations has ran out so they dont have to pay. Is this possible?
2007-01-05 04:49:53 · update #1
A mechanic's lien? Are you a contractor that didn't receive payment for work? Then you would receive a Mechanic's lien. A mechanic's lien is attached to the title of the house. When anyone buys or sells the house, the lien must be paid as part of the home.
An atty. could assist you in speeding up the process of receiving payment for you lien; you could wait decades for a house to sell!
2007-01-05 04:44:16 · answer #1 · answered by answer annie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In my state (PA), in which I think is the norm - A lien stays on the deed until the house is sold. At closing, the liens get paid before the seller does.
2007-01-05 12:47:06 · answer #2 · answered by pghdgt 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
what was it for??? you get something done on your house? if so when the debt is payed off you should be able to get the contractor to take the lien off. if not the lien lasts until the house is destoyed
2007-01-05 12:41:04 · answer #3 · answered by krazykarl0309 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends upon the material used for the lein.
2007-01-05 12:39:37 · answer #4 · answered by Carson Brooks 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I think it just depends upon what state you live in because some states are longer than others
2007-01-05 12:40:56 · answer #5 · answered by osunumberonefan 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Every state would have it’s own laws regarding this. You should consult an attorney.
2007-01-05 12:41:24 · answer #6 · answered by mikearion 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the terms of it
2007-01-05 12:41:31 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think until its paid. dont think it just expires.
2007-01-05 12:39:54 · answer #8 · answered by CandyAppleRed 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋