Property Ownership

A mechanic's lien in New York may be filed by:

AReal estate brokers for unpaid commissions
BContractors and material suppliers who have not been paid for work or materials provided✓ Correct
CMortgage lenders when the borrower defaults
DMunicipalities for unpaid property taxes

Explanation

A mechanic's lien (in NY, governed by Lien Law Article 2) can be filed by contractors, subcontractors, laborers, and material suppliers who have provided work or materials for a property and have not been paid.

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