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EPISODE · Feb 28, 2026 · 31 MIN

HOW TO AVOID REAL ESTATE LIENS

from Property Challenge Podcast · host Terrica Lynn Smith

You can finish a rehab, have a buyer ready, and still not be able to close.In Episode 48, I break down one of the most overlooked but dangerous parts of real estate investing: lien waivers.This is not a sexy topic—but it’s a necessary one.In this episode, you’ll learn:What a mechanic’s lien is and how it stops closingsWhy paying your contractor does NOT guarantee your property is protectedThe four lien waivers every investor must understandHow subcontractors can lien your property without ever speaking to youHow to protect your title, timeline, and profit before closing dayThis episode is about risk management—not hype.Quote from the episode:“You don’t lose deals on the rehab. You lose them on the paperwork you ignored.”If you want clean exits and no closing surprises, this episode is required listening.Join my Protégé community for Live Calls and Events, Exclusive Content, and to connect with like-minded investors! Now’s your time! Go Here: https://investorcircles.comSubscribe so you never miss an episode packed with actionable tips, strategies, and inspiration from my real estate journey! LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/4SqljVgYSI2caCxeU4YmKB?si=8ce654b41b714f16FOR MORE HERE:https://www.youtube.com/@PropertyChallengePodcastFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@propertychallenge?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc

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You can finish a rehab, have a buyer ready, and still not be able to close.In Episode 48, I break down one of the most overlooked but dangerous parts of real estate investing: lien waivers.This is not a sexy topic—but it’s a necessary one.In this...

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