Can a creditor put a lein on a house owned jointly by a debtor and her husband?

Answer 1

Yes.

The lien would only attach to her interest in the house, but that should be enough to encourage payment, if the debt is valid.

Answer 2

Absolutely. It happened to my dad. However, the lein IS NOT VALID unless it is followed by a suit. At least in Florida where my dad lives. The hospital put a lein on the house but did not follow it w/ a suit so the house was able to be sold without a problem Had the hospital filed a lawsuit, then the debt would have had to be paid upon the sale of the home.

Answer 3

yes