A legal claim on property as security for a debt.
A lien gives a creditor a claim against your property until a debt is paid. It can attach to a home, a car, or other assets, and it generally must be cleared before you can sell the property free and clear.
“A mechanic’s lien was recorded against the property for unpaid work.”
Main AI reads the notice or agreement and explains where a term like this affects what you owe — and what your options are.
Analyze my document free →A mortgage or car loan is a voluntary lien you agreed to. Judgment liens, tax liens, and mechanic’s liens are involuntary — imposed by law after a debt or court judgment. Involuntary liens can surface at sale or refinance, so knowing what is attached to your property matters before either.
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“This lien must be satisfied at closing before title can transfer.”
Liens follow the property, not just the person — an unresolved lien can block a sale, which is exactly when many people first discover one.