Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Florida

My mothers husband past away in October. His car was in his name so my mother contacted the bank that "owned" the car to let them know that her husband had passed away. The bank came and took the car right away. Today (1/18/10) the bank told my mother that they are going to put a lien on their home for the remaining balance that was owed on the vehicle. At this point the house is in both their names still. My mother is submitting the paperwork to change the home to be just in her name as we speak.

My question would be, is it to late for my mother? Will the bank be able to attach a lien (from her late husbands car) to the home if at the time of the repossession the home was still in both of their names, Or if she changes the home to only her name ASAP will this prevent a lien from being placed on her home (as long as the lien is not placed before she is able to put it in her name)? Thank you for any help that you can offer your thoughts and ideas are appreciated.


Asked on 1/18/10, 10:32 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Angelo Marino Angelo Marino Jr. PA

This is totally wrong if you are not responsible on the loan of car. See a consumer lawyer in your area. To find a consumer lawyer in your area, go to

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Answered on 1/23/10, 3:29 pm


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