Title: Explain the term lien, including at least three types of liens.
Course: Real Estate (12154) > Section: Examining Types of Mortgages and Deeds of Trust

Explanation should include details about a

- estate and inheritance tax lien
- mortgage lien
- mechanic’s lien
- judgment lien.

DPOR correlations: 18VAC135-20-400. 9 (Liens); 18VAC135-20-400. 13 (Taxes in real estate)

Process/Skill Questions:

- How does a mechanic's lien attach to a property?
- What is the purpose of a mechanic's lien?
- What is the instrument used to attach a mortgage lien to a property?