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Liens are complicated - that's why we're here!  We're going to make sure your liens go smoothly, but you'll have a role to play too.  The more you know about the lien process, the better prepared you'll be for each step. We've included some of the most frequently asked questions on this page.

If your question isn't answered here, just call us!  We'll know what to do.

• When may I begin a lien sale?
• How do I decide what the vehicle is worth?
• How much storage can I charge?
• Can someone stop my lien?
• What if someone stops (or opposes) my lien?
• What if I accept a partial payment?
• What happens on the day of sale?
• What do I need to do after I sell the vehicle?
• What if there is back registration or tickets?
• What if I sell the vehicle for more than I'm owed?

Answer

How much storage can I charge?

Storage rates are not regulated by the state of California. If you are a business who makes it a practice to regularly store vehicles, your daily storage rate should be clearly posted within your customer's view. A lien sale will typically provide you with no more than 60 days of storage at your posted rate.

Should the vehicle's value be determined to be more than $4,000.00 (or if your lien sale has been previously opposed and you have received a letter of continuation from the California Department of Motor Vehicles) you may be elagible for up to 120 days of storage at your posted rate.