Author: Olivia Huppman
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Securing Lien Rights in Florida: A Fact Sheet
The protection of a mechanics lien is broadly available in Florida, but securing lien rights in Florida can be tougher than in other states. Florida has strict Notice to Owner requirements that apply to most lien claimants who provide work on private projects. Failure to send a required Florida notice to owner (preliminary notice) within…
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Construction Financial Manager Review: April 22, 2016
SUBSCRIBE | SHARE This week’s Construction Financial Manager Review touches on news from across the industry. Ranging from from big data and analytics in construction to new technology and building materials, this newsletter provides a summary of what’s been going on. We hope you enjoy this week’s review and would love to get your feedback. Happy…
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Can You Send Preliminary Notice Early in California?
This article was updated on April 20, 2016. Preliminary notice statutes across the United States are written similar to California’s statute, which requires all parties who did not contract with the property owner to deliver a preliminary notice within 20 days from first furnishing materials or labor to the project. This begs the question: Can preliminary notice…
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When to Use an Unconditional Lien Waiver
Anyone furnishing labor or materials on a construction project may be entitled to file a lien if they are not paid. Parties at “the top” of the contracting chain – such as the property owner, lender, or general contractor – are highly motivated to successfully complete the project without having any mechanics liens or bond claims…
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Construction Financial Manager Review: April 15, 2016
SUBSCRIBE | SHARE This week’s Construction Financial Manager Review touches on news from across the industry. Ranging from from real estate trends to business management advice to construction technology, this newsletter provides a summary of what’s been going on. We hope you enjoy this week’s review and would love to get your feedback. Happy weekend, Scott…