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Can a mechanics lien be placed on my property i bought after settlement

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Anonymous Contractor

Can a mechanics lien be placed on my property i bought after settlement

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Principal at Schmitt Law LLC
| 40 reviews
Jul 14, 2021

Yes, the right to file a mechanic's lien in Pennsylvania is based on statute. Justified claimants are permitted to lawfully sully the title to a property if the lien claim meets the statutory requirements and the prior owner of the property stiffed them of payments owed.

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Attorney at MBM Law
| 13 reviews
Jul 15, 2021
Yes ... provided it is filed within 6 months from the last date that the contractor performed work.
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Partner at Curley & Rothman LLC
| 2 reviews
Jul 15, 2021
Yes, so long as the lien filing complies wit the lien law.
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