In Wisconsin can they make you sell your house to pay for a money judgment in small claims court ?
No. As Atty Kuss noted, Wisconsin has exemptions. Perhaps you will win your small claims action. Even if you do not, your house is safe.
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No. As Atty Kuss noted, Wisconsin has exemptions. Perhaps you will win your small claims action. Even if you do not, your house is safe.
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