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What Is A Tax Lien?

By: LawInfo

A tax lien occurs when someone or something fails to pay their taxes on property, gifts, or even estates.  A lien is a form of ownership over that property.  In some cases, if a lien is not paid off the property will be foreclosed upon. 

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  • Q: What Is A Federal Tax Lien?
    A: A Federal tax lien occurs when someone fails to pay Federal taxes on income, gifts, or even estates.  A “lien” is a right on the property until the … More
  • Q: What Is An IRS Lien?
    A: An IRS tax lien occurs when someone fails to pay Federal taxes on income, gifts, or even estates.  A “lien” is a right on the property until the tax … More

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