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Can a mechanics lien here in Nevada affect me even though it was put on my house after I purchased it?

A mechanics lien was put on my house after I purchased it and had to do with some house work the previous owner had done on it. Can it still possibly make me foreclose if its not taken care of and would have to be responsible for it? The lien notice and summons says since I benefitted from the work that was done that I am being sued too.

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Jun 8, 2020

Often, it's possible for a mechanics lien claimant to pursue a valid and enforceable mechanics lien against the property where they did work, even if that property is sold before the lien is filed. This is because mechanics lien rights typically run against the project property itself, and against any single individual or business. With that being said, I don't have experience in defending against Nevada mechanics liens - so it might be wise to consult a Nevada construction attorney for clarity there. Also, note that even if the lien claim is viable, legal claims against the seller may be available for any damages you incur from defending the lien claim. So, it's often a good idea to demand the seller remedy the issue and to threaten legal action if they don't resolve the matter. Contacting your title company about the issue might be wise too, especially if the sale was very recent. Finally, this article should be useful: A Mechanics Lien Was Filed on My Property – What Do I Do Now?

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