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California HOA Pre-Lien Letter? Ignoring it Could Cost You Your Home

California HOA Pre-Lien Letter? Ignoring it Could Cost You Your Home

Update: 2025-11-18
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If you receive a pre-lien letter from your HOA, you cannot ignore it. In this 1-Minute Atty Tip, attorney Michael Kushner breaks down what a pre-lien notice is, why you must not ignore it, and what you should do if you receive one.  

🎯 What You’ll Learn in This 1-Minute Atty Tip:

✅ What a pre-lien letter is and why it signals real risk to your property.

✅ The 30-day notice requirement before an HOA can record a lien or begin foreclosure.

✅ The immediate steps you can take to dispute charges, demand documentation, or resolve the issue.

✅ Why doing nothing could allow the HOA to take your home. 

When a pre-lien arrives, the clock is already ticking. So don't ignore the letter. Just act.

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Disclaimer:  

This content constitutes attorney advertising.  

The content of this podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is created by listening to this podcast, submitting a question, or receiving a response. Always consult with a licensed attorney regarding your specific legal situation. MBK Chapman and Michael Kushner disclaim any liability for actions taken or not taken based on the information provided in this podcast.  

This communication does not constitute a guarantee, warranty, or prediction regarding the outcome of your legal matter.  

About:  

Michael Kushner is the attorney who created and taught the systems now used by the biggest law firms in the state focused on HOA litigation. Through his firm, MBK Chapman, and now through HOA HELL, Kushner continues to give homeowners practical legal tools to fight back. 

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California HOA Pre-Lien Letter? Ignoring it Could Cost You Your Home

California HOA Pre-Lien Letter? Ignoring it Could Cost You Your Home

Michael Kushner