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Construction Delays: Common Causes for Delay and How to Minimize The Fallout
Construction delays can be expected, to some degree, on every project. By understanding common causes for delay, it will be easier to avoid them in the first place. Plus, we’ve got some tips for minimizing their effect.
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The 4 Worst Mechanics Lien Mistakes Made by Contractors and Suppliers
What are the 4 Worst Mechanics Lien Mistakes that contractors and suppliers make? This article discusses what these mistakes are and how to best avoid them.
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6 Deadly Lien Waiver Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Lien waivers are one of the topics that we write about frequently on the Construction Payment Blog, and for good reason. By signing a waiver, a party is foregoing the construction industry’s most powerful tool: a mechanics lien. In short, lien waivers are a big deal. Often, lien waivers are exchanged for payment, and when…
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5 Mistakes Texas Contractors Can’t Afford to Make
In the construction industry, securing your project payments can be a challenge. In Texas, however, it’s a huge challenge. Yes, as we’ve written on many occasions in the past, the state of Texas has the most complicated and confusing mechanics lien and notice requirements in the entire United States. Bam! There you have it! But…
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Defending a Payment Bond Claim – Mistakes to Avoid
Just like for bond claimants, bond defenders should also make it routine practice to retain information that would be beneficial in the event a claim is made. Just like the surety will request additional information and support from the claimant, additional information and support will be required from the prime contractor as well. Having the information…