Escrow & Title
What is a 'mechanic's lien' and how does it affect Idaho real estate transactions?
AA lien placed by a car mechanic on a garage property
BA lien filed by unpaid contractors, subcontractors, or material suppliers who improved a property, which can cloud title✓ Correct
CA lien for unpaid property taxes
DA government lien for building code violations
Explanation
Under Idaho's Mechanic's and Materialmen's Lien Law (Idaho Code §45-501), unpaid contractors and material suppliers can file liens against real property they improved. Mechanic's liens must be filed within 90 days of last work. They can cloud title and must be resolved before or at closing.
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