Will I lose my house?

[Stuartgerbil]

What is the name of your state? Virginia
I recently had a judgement filed against me for the sum of $30,000 for unpaid medical bills. I own my house and vehicle and am in between jobs right now. How can they enforce this judgement? Is a lien on my house possible and if so, will I be forced to sell or lose my house to settle this judgement? Thank you.

 

[seniorjudge]

Yes, they can make you sell your house and pay off the judgment.

(This is the general and oversimplified answer.)

 

[ecmst12]

You will have to look up what assets are exempt from seizure for debts in your state.

 

[TiredOfAbuse]

Yes and No...

Yes you can lose your house if you do nothing at all.

You may not though if your state laws let you file exemptions after a judgement has been entered against you.

Check out this web link: http://www.valegalaid.org/VA/index.cfm

This site will help and give you information about your situation. It's a bit of reading, but well worth the effort. Good luck!

TiredOfAbuse