Florida Lien Claim Timeline

Summary

In Florida, the enforcement period for a claim of lien on residential property begins when the lien is filed in court records, not when served on the homeowner. The lien is valid for one year from the filing date, during which the lienholder must take action to enforce it. If no action is taken within this period, the lien becomes void and unenforceable. Florida law does not allow for extensions or re-certifications of the lien beyond the initial one-year period. To maintain the lien, the lienholder must file a lawsuit to foreclose within the original timeframe.

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When does the clock start on a claim of lien on a residential property in palm beach, when the lien is served on the homeowner or when it is filed in the court records
Hi ****! In Florida, the clock for enforcing a claim of lien starts when the lien is filed in the court records, not when it is served on the homeowner.
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how long is the lien good for
Hi ****! In Florida, a claim of lien on a residential property is generally valid for one year from the date of filing. This means the lienholder must take action within that timeframe to enforce the lien.
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what happens if they don't
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Hi ****! If the lienholder does not take action to enforce the lien within one year from the date of filing, the lien becomes void and unenforceable. The lienholder would lose their right to claim the lien on the property.
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can they file an extension with the court or re certify the lien for an additional ear
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Hi ****! In Florida, a lienholder cannot file for an extension to extend the one-year period of the lien, nor can they re-certify the lien for an additional year. They must file a lawsuit to foreclose the lien within the original one-year period.
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Year
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Hi ****! When you mentioned "Year," are you asking for more details about the one-year period for the lien, or do you have a different question regarding liens or another legal issue?