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Mechanics Lien Overview
The Lien is a document, which may be attached to the Title of a Real Property.IE: REAL PROPERTY= House, Building, Parcel of Land. (not PERSONAL PROPERTY Car, Truck or TV) The…
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Confusing a Lien with a Prelim
So what's the difference? Here is a simple analogy: Let assume that you want to see the latest summer blockbuster movie before it is out of the theater and only…
Mechanics Lien Georgia – Helpful Guide and FAQ
Filing a mechanics lien is one of the most reliable ways to ensure that you are paid for the work you perform on a construction project. However, throughout the US different…
Why Can’t I lien My Customer?
Seems like a logical assumption. You provided materials or services to your client and they have the ultimate responsibility to pay you. So why can't you put a lien on them?…
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…
Making sense of Texas Retainage Notices
So the law reads that your "Notice of Retainage Agreement" must be served not later than the earlier of: The 30th day after the claimant's agreement providing for retainage is…
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…
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 four
Once you have wrapped your mind around the first three parts of this series on mechanics liens, it will be time to bring it down to the primary concern: "How Much"…