Can an estate remove a lien from a deceased owner's car? | NC

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Q: Can an estate remove a lien that was never supposed to be placed on a vehicle after the owner died? A: Yes — often it can. The estate's personal representative usually needs to show two things: authority to act for the deceased owner, and proof that the lien was paid off or never should have remained on the title. The best proof is a signed lien release from the lender or dealer. If that…