Ex-sister-in-law won't pay rent.
I own a house that my brother, his wife and their 3 kids moved into several years ago. Wanting to help my brother out, we agreed that he would pay me a minimum of $250/mo. They didn't always pay, but I understood that they were having a rough time financially. My real concern, of course, has always been the three kids. About 3 years ago they divorced, he left and she remains there with the kids to this day. I've kindly asked her to try to pay "something" to help out with payments, insurance, and taxes. She did a few times, but for the past year there's been nothing. She gets SS Disability for herself and the kids, and child support from my brother. She could afford to pay, but prefers to spend her money on other things. She owns some vacant property nearby. I was wondering if I could place a lien on her property for the amount she owes me?