You can put a lien on that property so that if they ever sell or refinance the property you might get paid. To do this, you first need an Abstract of Judgment.In California, if you're the person owed money (the creditor), you can place a judgment lien on the debtor's real estate or personal property. It is possible to no longer have a judgment against you, but still have a judgment lien on your property. There is only two ways to get the lien removed. Paying off a lien is the easiest and most efficient way to clear title and allow the property to be sold without encumbrances. Placing a judgment lien on the person's property. 3d 502, a property owner, filed a quiet title action against the former owner of the property, claiming title to the property. This is a lien that is attached to your real estate or personal property without your agreement. In order to enforce the judgment lien, the judgment creditor must obtain a writ of execution, levy and then sell the real property at an execution sale.