It is possible that a mechanic's lien will have priority over a mortgage even thoughthe mortgage was recorded first.
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A mechanic's lien can take priority over a mortgage if it is filed and recorded before the mortgage. This is because mechanic's liens are considered "inchoate" or incomplete until they are filed and recorded, so they can take priority over later recorded mortgages.

It Is Possible That a Mechanic's Lien Will Have Priority