Florida Mechanics Lien Guide And FAQ
A mechanics lien is a tool to secure payment for contractors and sub-contractors on construction projects. Here is everything you need to know about Mechanics Liens in Florida.
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Completion? Last Furnished? Stop Date?
Many ways to reference what most consider to be the same thing. However, everyone of these terms have completely different meanings and various concerns on those planning to secure their…
I filed my lien . . . now what?
This is a very common question once a mechanics lien has been filed and served. The most important thing to consider is that your recorded mechanics lien: "Is not an…
If my customer serves a prelim will I be covered?
My customer, who is a local distributor of roofing materials, served a prelim on a job and I will be supplying the roofing materials to the job and invoicing my…
Understanding Retainage
While the concept is no mystery to those who participate in the construction industry. The means by which you protect these job related accounts receivables can be a little tricky. Lets take…
Are you protected by the Lien Laws? – part three
So we have covered: Real Property, Work of Improvement, and Eligibility in the first two parts of this series. These are all critical to understanding mechanics liens in almost every state.…
Are you protected by the Lien Laws? – part two
From Part 1 of this series we learned that you must wrap your head around two basic concepts: Real Property and Work of Improvement. If you may still be unsure of these,…
Bonding around a Mechanics Lien – Let ’em do it!
Some clients get all concerned when their customer or customer’s customer threatens to bond around their mechanics lien. Not quite sure what all the fuss is about. When someone choses…
A Right to Lien
So let’s start this discussion by clearing away some common misconceptions about the purpose of the Mechanics Lien. Key Takeaways Qualification Criteria: To have a right to lien, your work…
Notice of Unpaid Balance or Prelim?
Protecting your rights to claim a mechanics lien in Texas can get a little dicey. Unlike many states which require a preliminary notice or notice to owner to be served…