Tag: County Recorders
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Common Reasons Mechanics Liens are Rejected
This article was originally published on December 31, 2012. It was updated on December 29, 2016. Feeling rejected? If you’ve had a mechanics lien rejected, I can tell you that you’re not the only one. Consider the lien that went to the Georgia supreme court and was deemed void, because of a typo. Georgia liens…
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Lien Horror Story: Nightmare Lien on Elm Street – “Illegible for Recording”
This post is part two in our four part Mechanics Lien Horror Story Series throughout the month of October. Didn’t think liens could be spooky? Think again. Click here to read part one Imagine this… It was a dark and stormy night. But you don’t really mind because you’re inside, on your computer. You’re about to…
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Lien Horror Story: What Lie(n)s Beneath – “Document Rejected for Damage”
This post is part one in our four part Mechanics Lien Horror Story Series throughout the month of October. Didn’t think liens could be spooky? Think again. [hr] Imagine this… …you have your mechanics lien perfectly prepared and ready to be sent off. Your deadline is approaching rapidly, but you make sure your lien will…
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How to Ask County Recorders the Best Questions (Without Getting Frustrated)
You’re going to need all the help you can get from the county recorder in order to get your mechanics lien recorded. While most recorders are extremely helpful and happy to answer your questions, others may be less ready to stop what they’re doing and talk to you. Remember to ask county recorders the…
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The 5 Dumbest Reasons Your Mechanics Lien Can Be Rejected
No one ever wants to hear that their Mechanics Lien has been rejected. With strict deadlines and promises to pay on the line, it is vital to get your Mechanics Lien recorded promptly and correctly the first time you submit it. There are plenty of reasons why your Mechanics Lien may be rejected, and many…