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HOA Liens and Foreclosure in Montana

Whether a homeowners or condo association can foreclose on its lien for unpaid dues in Montana, and the limits.

Short answer: Yes, for condominiums. A condo owners' association that records a verified claim has a lien on the unit for unpaid common expenses. Mont. Code Ann. §§ 70-23-607, 70-23-608

HOA liens and foreclosureYes, for condominiums. A condo owners' association that records a verified claim has a lien on the unit for unpaid common expenses. The lien is ahead of other liens except tax and assessment liens and a recorded first mortgage or trust indenture. It is foreclosed through court proceedings that follow the construction-lien foreclosure procedure, and the association may instead sue for a money judgment without foreclosing.
These sections cover condominiums under the Unit Ownership Act; other homeowners associations depend on their recorded covenants.

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FAQ

Can an HOA foreclose on your home in Montana?
Yes, for condominiums. A condo owners' association that records a verified claim has a lien on the unit for unpaid common expenses. The lien is ahead of other liens except tax and assessment liens and a recorded first mortgage or trust indenture. It is foreclosed through court proceedings that follow the construction-lien foreclosure procedure, and the association may instead sue for a money judgment without foreclosing.

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