Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Florida

Re: Can credit card companies put a lien on your home after death

If the obtain a judgment against the deceased's estate.

Re: Can credit card companies put a lien on your home after death

Depends upon who acts first and whether the the home qualified/qualifies as homestead.

Re: Can credit card companies put a lien on your home after death

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Your question does not provide many facts with which to frame a proper response. If I understand it correctly, the house was titled in both your deceased mother's name and that of your brother.

If the deed was properly drawn to state that they hold title as "Joint Tenants with Right of Survivorship" then whatever interest your mother had passed to your brother immediately upon her death and creditors would have no claim against it.

I strongly suggest that you consult with a qualified real estate or probate attorney to review the specifics of your legal situation.

Scott R. Jay, Esq., 305-249-8000