Coral Gables Lien Search LLC

03/21/2023

Cities and counties are now foreclosing properties for unpaid liens in connection with code violations. The importance of property maintenance and using qualified contractors with permits for your next project cannot be understated.

‘They are in foreclosure because they have no money. They have no money because there are no jobs. There are no jobs because their government has failed them.’ - Matthew Weidner, then a foreclosure fighter, in 2012

03/21/2023

Cities and counties are now filing foreclosure actions against property owners for unpaid liens in connection with code violations. Don’t underestimate the importance of a municipal lien search on your next real estate transaction. https://www.miamiherald.com/news/business/real-estate-news/article273093630.html -carousel-1

03/04/2023

01/29/2023

One of the most common code violations in Miami-Dade County, Florida is the failure to maintain the grass and trees on your property. While not serious in nature in comparison to unsafe structures or un-permitted work, a citation can sometimes reach the thousands or tens of thousands and result in a lien being recorded against the property.

01/28/2023

Have an Open House this weekend? Realtors, did you know that we will provide a limited lien search report with information on open/expired permits, code violations, building violations, and special assessments for your open house? This is another way to showcase your listing (and potentially bring in better offers from prospective buyers)! **limitations apply. Message us for more information.**
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01/27/2023

Happy Friday! All parties to a real estate transaction have a lot to worry about when it comes to closing on a Property. Getting across the finish line has its challenges and surprises. One of those surprises may be closing open/expired permits. If not closed, they may lead to major issues - such as violations, fines, and liens just to name a few. 🌈 ®

01/26/2023

The moment a Florida homeowner has a balance on their water-utility bill it becomes a SUPER Priority lien on the property under Chapter 159.17, Fla. Stat..

Unpaid utility bills can have serious consequences when buying/selling property as it does not follow the homeowner after closing - it stays WITH the Property - unless it’s a tenant account ;) ®

01/26/2023

We do much more than search for open/expired permits and code violations. We also help title companies order association estoppels, land surveys, and elevation certificates. Title companies love when we do some of the heavy lifting and enable them to do business in the best way possible.

01/25/2023

Municipal Lien Search Reports are a common and important part of buying and selling homes. Unfortunately, many people never realize that liens can be placed on properties for everything from unpaid property taxes to unpaid utility bills to code enforcement violations. Whether you're preparing to list your home, or making one of the most important investment decisions in your lifetime, our lien-search reports can help you make an informed decision before finalizing your listing agreement with an agent or closing on the purchase of your new home or investment property.

05/06/2020

It’s the small things that make a difference.