Transferring Property Subject to Lien Claims in Tennessee

Lots of things can happen with a property that can cause the owner to sell or otherwise transfer ownership while a lien is pending. Luckily, in Tennessee offers a procedure for accelerating the time to enforce a lien when transferring property to a purchaser. Drafting and recording a Notice of Transfer will effectively limit the time that the lien claimant can enforce any lien against a subsequent purchaser.

Under Tenn. Prop. Code 66-11-112(a), any liens claimed only remain effective against subsequent purchasers for ninety (90) days after work on the above-described property is abandoned or completed, unless a sworn statement of lien is filed during that time.

The notice identifies the parties, the location of the work or improvement, intended date of the transfer, and any other information relevant to the specific situation.

This article is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal advice or relied upon as any substitute for speaking with an attorney. Please consult a Tennessee attorney familiar with construction law for any questions about the Notice of Transfer or for any other issues regarding mechanic's liens.

How to Use This Form

Select your county from the list above
Download the county-specific form
Fill in the required information
Have the document notarized if required
Record with your county recorder's office

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Common Uses for Notice of Transfer

Notify a general contractor of unpaid subcontractor invoices
Provide required pre-lien notice before filing a claim
Notify a property owner of unpaid construction debts
Establish a legal claim against property for unpaid labor

Compare other Tennessee deed forms and documents

Quitclaim Deed Gift Deed Warranty Deed Special Warranty Deed Grant Deed Easement Deed Termination of Easement Correction Deed Affidavit of Heirship Administrator Deed Executor Deed Deed of Trust Assignment of Deed of Trust Full Release of Deed of Trust Partial Release of Deed of Trust Installment Land Contract Memorandum of Installment Land Contract Release of Memorandum of Installment Land Contract Certificate of Trust Trustee Deed Durable Power of Attorney Specific Power of Attorney for the Purchase of Property Specific Power of Attorney for the Sale of Property Mineral Deed Mineral Deed with Quitclaim Covenants Notice of Completion Notice of Spousal Non-Responsibility Indemnity Agreement Demand for Enforcement Notice to Owner Notice of Mechanics Lien Notice of Non-Payment Partial Lien Waivers Final Lien Waiver Release of Mechanic Lien Contractor Notice of All Liens Paid Lien Lis Pendens Disclaimer of Interest

Important: County-Specific Forms

Our notice of transfer forms are specifically formatted for each county in Tennessee.

After selecting your county, you'll receive forms that meet all local recording requirements, ensuring your documents will be accepted without delays or rejection fees.

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