06/08/2026
How Personal Judgments Can Attach to Your New Home
Buyers are often surprised to learn that past personal judgments: such as credit card debts, medical bills, or legal disputes: can attach to a newly purchased property. This can create immediate title issues and impact your ability to secure future financing or sell the home.
Top 3 Mistakes Regarding Personal Liens:
1. Not disclosing active legal disputes or judgments during the application process.
2. Assuming that small or old judgments have automatically expired.
3. Failing to resolve outstanding credit judgments before attempting to close.
The experts at Chattanooga Title, Inc. conduct thorough searches to identify potential risks before you reach the closing table. Our 35+ years of experience and in-house legal team provide the protection you need to ensure your home remains truly yours.
Start your homeownership journey with a clear and secure title.
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