Securing Debt With Caveat

Summary

To secure a debt against someones property in new zealand, you can register a caveat. Ensure you have a legal interest, like a written agreement, and file a caveat with land information new zealand (linz). This will prevent the sale of the property until the debt is resolved. Consider seeking legal advice for detailed guidance on the process.

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someone owes me money and I are selling their house how can I make it so I can put a cavent or lean or something on their property so they can't sell it unless they pay me the money they owe me
To put a caveat on the property in New Zealand, follow these steps:
- Ensure you have a legal interest, such as a written agreement.
- File a caveat through Land Information New Zealand (LINZ).
- This prevents the sale until the debt is resolved.
Would you like more details on the filing process?