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delinquent condominium dues

FL Condo Assn has filed a lien against my condo apt for delinquent dues payments. They are now suing to ''foreclose'' the lien. Does this mean I can be evicted from and/or lose my apartment, or is it merely a lien that is payable upon sale of property?


Asked on 9/04/07, 2:24 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys

David Slater David P. Slater, Esq.

Re: delinquent condominium dues

Until they actualy sue you and obtain a judgment, it is merely a lien. It is valid for 1 year.

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Answered on 9/04/07, 4:34 pm
Alexander M. Rosenfeld Rosenfeld & Stein, P.A.

Re: delinquent condominium dues

The lien does not attach to your homestead property..The reply to question one is no. question 2 is technically no but practically maybe yes.

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Answered on 9/04/07, 4:59 pm
Scott R. Jay Law Offices of Scott R. Jay

Re: delinquent condominium dues

NOTE: This communication is not intended as and should not be interpreted as legal advice. Rather, it is intended solely as a general discussion of legal principles. You should not rely on or take action based on this communication without first presenting ALL relevant details to a competent attorney in your jurisdiction and then receiving the attorney's individualized advice for you. By reading the "Response" to your question or comment, you agree that the opinion expressed is not intended to, nor does it, create any attorney-client relationship, nor does it constitute legal advice to any person reviewing such information, nor will it be considered an attorney-client privileged communication. If you do not agree, then stop right here, and do not read any further.

The Claim of Lien can be foreclosed and enforced the same as a mortgage. If the Association is successful, you may lose your condominium which will be sold at a public sale to satisfy the obligation. You would be better served to resolve this before it gets that far.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.

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Answered on 9/07/07, 1:22 am


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