We did some digging and just confirmed that the lien is for state income taxes levied while the cosigner wasn't living in the state and is in the process of being taken off the credit report, so it seems that it is a non-issue.  

To my understanding, nothing can be levied against you unless you actually owe it.

lolGood thing you don't have excise transfer taxes in CA?  

For more information, see Publication 946.The following items increase the basis of property.The cost of extending utility service lines to the property;Impact fees;Legal fees, such as the cost of defending and perfecting title;Legal fees for obtaining a decrease in an assessment levied against property to pay for local improvements;Zoning costs; andThe capitalized value of a redeemable ground rent.Deducting vs.

Associations can levy special assessments and have deed restrictions that also interfere with typical note collections and enforcement.  

The lease reads that rent is due though the following month and a 1mo charge is levied. 

Having said that, to maintain the yards in the summer and snow shoveling in the winter, I’m considering levying a $20/month yard maintenance fee to take care of it all.  

Can someone with experience please advise on how to levy the bank account of a person through the legal system?

Can someone with experience please advise on how to levy the bank account of a person through the legal system?

I'd only pay excise tax (WA state tax) and realtor fees.