Filing Services
The Uniform Commercial Code establishes that those who file Financing Statements on the appropriate parties in the proper filing offices are much better positioned to perfect their security interest.
1. State of Organization / Residence
UCC Financing Statements filed against businesses are to be filed in the state of organization. UCCs filed against individuals must be filed in their state of residence.
2. Filings at the County Level
To uncover liens relating to collateral that is affixed to real property, be sure to search for fixture filings at the county level. Fixtures are to be filed in the county where the collateral is located.
3. Tax Liens at Both the State and County Level
In many jurisdictions, tax liens can be filed with either the state or the county. An exhaustive tax lien search in these jurisdictions will include a search of both state and county filing offices.
4. Tax Liens & UCCs Often Maintained on Separate Index
And remember, tax lien records are often maintained on a separate index at state filingo ffices. A UCC only search in these states will not reveal tax liens of record. |
