lien
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If they aren’t paid by the contractor, subcontractors have the right to file a lien, or legal claim against your home.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 2026
The contract should say that as each phase of a project is completed, the sub who performed that work will provide a lien waiver to the owner, said Paioff.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 2026
Acevedo said she planned to refinance her loan but learned that she couldn’t because the property had a lien from a previous owner.
From Salon • Apr. 12, 2026
“The IRS has lien and levy power to collect taxes. But to take your primary residence would require court action, which would be a last resort for collection,” Cordes said.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026
At this stage a more finished style of equestrian toilette will of course be adopted, in lien of the loose habiliments hitherto used.
From The Barb and the Bridle A Handbook of Equitation for Ladies, and Manual of Instruction in the Science of Riding, from the Preparatory Suppling Exercises by Moustache, Vielle
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