An encumbrance in real estate refers to any claim, restriction or liability attached to a property that may affect its value or usage. Examples of encumbrances include mortgages, liens, easements or ...

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As a way of securing and repaying a debt, a court may issue an encumbrance order for the sale of a debtor’s shares in a private company. These court orders are issued upon an application by a judgment ...