Involuntary Lien


Definition of "Involuntary lien"

Steve McVay
  RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts

A lien on property such as for the nonpayment of real estate taxes or mechanic's lien for repairs to the home without the consent of the owner, created by operation of law.


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