What is a lien? A lien is the right to hold or sell a property to pay a claim against your property. Types of liens include mortgages and second party liens like mechanics' liens. In a mortgage lien your home is the collateral. Learn about the different kinds of liens and why they are issued. Play video
Lien
What is a lien? A lien is the right to hold or sell a property to pay a claim against your property. Types of liens include mortgages and second party liens like mechanics' liens. In a mortgage lien your home is the collateral. Learn about the different kinds of liens and why they are issued. Play video
Tax Deed Sales
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Tax deed sales usually take place at a sheriff's office. Tax deed sales give tax purchasers a chance to pay property taxes and obtain a certificate against a property. If the property owner does not pay the taxes and lift the tax deed, the tax purchaser can start proceedings to obtain the property. Tax deed sales include tax deeds. Play video
Real Estate Taxes
Learn about real estate taxes. Who's responsible for real estate taxes? What happens if a seller hasn't paid real estate taxes? How do counties get real estate taxes paid when the owner can't pay real estate taxes? How much are real estate taxes? Chicago Title's Gina Giannelli tells you all about real estate and property taxes. Play video
Unpaid Real Estate Taxes
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Buying a home? What happens when you buy a home with unpaid real estate taxes? What risk do unpaid real estate taxes pose to your home purchase? How often do buyers come to closing with unpaid real estate taxes? Chicago Title's Gina Giannelli talks about unpaid real estate and property taxes. Play video