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What is the foreclosure process on a mechanics lien and how do proceed with that?

ColoradoLien ForeclosureMechanics Lien

I am a General Contractor and we did a project for a customer. We collected payments as the project progressed. When it came to the final payment the customer is refusing to pay. I am in the process of filing a mechanics lien and the notice of intent will be sent in the next few days. If no payment, I will proceed with the lien but in Colorado the lien is only good for 6 months so you must proceed with a foreclosure process within that 6 month period. I don't know anything about the foreclosure process and what it entails.

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Jul 17, 2020
The foreclosure process is a lawsuit to enforce your CO mechanics lien claim. There will be a hearing, and if successful a judgment will be issued. Upon award of the judgment the owner can pay the underlying debt, or the court can force the foreclosure and sale of the property. The proceeds of which will be distributed according to the priority of their security interest. Keep in mind that this is a full lawsuit, you should contact a local construction attorney to guide you through this process. We have a few Colorado construction attorneys in our Expert Center Community that you can reach out to personally. Good luck! Here are some more resources you may find helpful:
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