lienholder
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Typically, the opening bid at the auction is set at the total amount owed to the lienholder, including any applicable fees.
From MarketWatch ● Mar. 7, 2026
However, Hankey negotiated a deal with Remillard to be the senior lienholder in exchange for making his $82.5-million loan, which was needed to help finish the project.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 13, 2021
Owen ruled that the lienholder “does not have a right specifically enforceable in the excess proceeds.”
From BusinessWeek ● Oct. 6, 2011
Tedford said that foreclosure sales typically leave little to nothing for junior lienholders and one requiring a cash bid of $100 million or more could be particularly challenging to draw high bidders.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 13, 2021
“The junior lienholders probably have a good argument that their liens are senior to the new stuff,” said Tedford, who is not involved in the dispute involving The One.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 13, 2021
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