A lien is a legal claim against a property that gives the creditor the right to sell the property to satisfy a debt. Liens can be placed on real estate, personal property, or both. There are many different types of liens, but the most common are judgment liens, tax liens, and mechanic’s liens.
Liens can have a devastating impact on your finances and your ability to sell or refinance your property. If you have a lien on your property, you may be required to pay off the debt before you can sell the property. If you cannot pay off the debt, the creditor may foreclose on the property, which means that they can sell the property to satisfy the debt.