Richard Talbott, Inc. v. Swango

By JUDGE THOMAS J. MIDDLETON

The above-styled matter came before the Court for trial on January 20, 1988. At the conclusion of trial, the Court reserved judgment on the specific issue: Is an inchoate mechanic’s lien, which is perfected subsequent to a foreclosure sale, extinguished as to the purchaser at that sale?

The Court finds the following facts to be applicable to its determination: Richard Talbott, Inc., contracted with Michael Reidmiller to furnish and install certain materials for the construction of a residence on property owned by Mr. Reidmiller. The Defendant/Cross-Complainant,…