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Ever heard the word “lien” and wondered what it really means for buying or selling a home? A lien is a legal claim on a property tied to a debt, and it can stop a home sale in its tracks if it’s not handled properly. In this week’s Two-Minute Tuesday, I break down liens in plain English, show real-world examples, and explain why they matter for buyers, sellers, and investors alike. You’ll learn: - What a lien is and how it attaches to a property - Common types of liens, from tax liens to contractor liens - How liens can impact the sale process and closing - Tips for buyers and sellers to navigate liens with confidence Timestamps : 0:00 – The Lien Problem 1:23 – What Is a Lien? 1:46 – Mortgage Liens 2:12 – Tax & Contractor Liens 3:01 – Judgment Liens 3:21 – How Liens Affect Sales 3:47 – Closing Delays Explained 4:34 – Lien Priority Rules 5:27 – Buyer & Seller Advice #realestatelien #realestateeducation #homebuyingadvice #realestateclosing #propertytitle Alex Schult CA DRE License # 02236174 KW Spectrum Properties 📲 Text: 949-726-2601 📧 Email: aschult@kw.com More Quick Tips from Two-Minute Tuesday: What are HOA Fees? : https://youtu.be/SB3_KzUZd9E What Does "PENDING" Mean? : https://youtu.be/oznsD1DXFRA DISCLAIMER: This video content is intended for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Neither Living in California nor Alex Schult is a registered financial advisor, attorney, or tax professional. While we have taken reasonable steps to ensure the accuracy of the information presented in this video, we cannot guarantee that it is free from errors or omissions. Any reliance you place on the information provided is strictly at your own risk. Additionally, your use of the Living in California YouTube channel and any communication through this platform, including but not limited to YouTube comments, emails, or messages, does not establish a formal business relationship with Alex Schult or Living in California. For specific advice related to your real estate, financial, or legal needs, we recommend consulting with a licensed professional in the relevant field.

Ever heard the word “lien” and wondered what it really means for buying or selling a home? A lien is a legal claim on a property tied to a debt, and it can stop a home sale in its tracks if it’s not handled properly. In this week’s Two-Minute Tuesday, I break down liens in plain English, show real-world examples, and explain why they matter for buyers, sellers, and investors alike.

You’ll learn:

- What a lien is and how it attaches to a property
- Common types of liens, from tax liens to contractor liens
- How liens can impact the sale process and closing
- Tips for buyers and sellers to navigate liens with confidence

Timestamps :

0:00 – The Lien Problem
1:23 – What Is a Lien?
1:46 – Mortgage Liens
2:12 – Tax & Contractor Liens
3:01 – Judgment Liens
3:21 – How Liens Affect Sales
3:47 – Closing Delays Explained
4:34 – Lien Priority Rules
5:27 – Buyer & Seller Advice

#realestatelien #realestateeducation #homebuyingadvice #realestateclosing #propertytitle

Alex Schult CA DRE License # 02236174 KW Spectrum Properties
📲 Text: 949-726-2601
📧 Email: aschult@kw.com

More Quick Tips from Two-Minute Tuesday:

What are HOA Fees? :
https://youtu.be/SB3_KzUZd9E

What Does "PENDING" Mean? :
https://youtu.be/oznsD1DXFRA

DISCLAIMER:
This video content is intended for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Neither Living in California nor Alex Schult is a registered financial advisor, attorney, or tax professional. While we have taken reasonable steps to ensure the accuracy of the information presented in this video, we cannot guarantee that it is free from errors or omissions. Any reliance you place on the information provided is strictly at your own risk. Additionally, your use of the Living in California YouTube channel and any communication through this platform, including but not limited to YouTube comments, emails, or messages, does not establish a formal business relationship with Alex Schult or Living in California. For specific advice related to your real estate, financial, or legal needs, we recommend consulting with a licensed professional in the relevant field.

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