Escrow & Title
A New Mexico title search reveals a 'mechanic's lien' on the property. This lien arises from:
AUnpaid property taxes
BUnpaid work by contractors or material suppliers who improved the property✓ Correct
CA mortgage default
DA court judgment
Explanation
A mechanic's (materialman's) lien is filed by contractors, subcontractors, or material suppliers who performed work or supplied materials to improve real property but were not paid. It attaches to the property as security for the debt.
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