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May 4, 2026

The Federal Estate Tax Lien That Attaches Without Anyone Filing Anything

IRC §6324 creates an automatic lien on inherited property the moment of death — no recording required. Here's why your title search won't find it.

Probate & Estate Tax Liens

April 27, 2026

The Medicaid Estate Recovery Lien That Appears After the Owner Dies

When a Medicaid recipient dies, the state can file a claim against their estate — including any real property — to recover the cost of long-term care. That claim can survive a probate transfer and attach to the foreclosure sale.

Probate & Estate

Title research guides forreal estate investors

The Federal Estate Tax Lien That Attaches Without Anyone Filing Anything

The Medicaid Estate Recovery Lien That Appears After the Owner Dies

Title research guides for
real estate investors