Escrow & Title
A judgment lien in Iowa attaches to real property when:
AA court judgment is obtained and a lien is certified and filed with the county recorder✓ Correct
BThe plaintiff files a lawsuit against the property owner
CThe defendant fails to appear in court
DThe property is posted as collateral by the defendant
Explanation
In Iowa, a court money judgment does not automatically attach to real property. To become a lien on real property, the judgment creditor must obtain a certified copy of the judgment and file it with the county recorder's office where the property is located.
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