Tag: Lien Release
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Is Filing a Lien Release Required?
What happens if you file a mechanics lien, but then you are paid? Or, what happens if a lien expires because it is not enforced within the permissible time period? You might forget about the lien and think it disappears, but this is not the case. The next step is to file a lien release (also…
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How and When To Release A Texas Mechanics Lien
The process of releasing a Texas mechanic lien, like everything else under Texas mechanics lien law, is unique. Unlike many other states, the Texas statutes present comprehensive guidelines as to who may release a mechanics lien claim, and how. Because a Texas lien may be released by anyone with interest in the property or the lien (under…
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Top Lien Release Myths Examined
Mechanics liens can be cancelled or released by the claimant. The release is important to consider once payment has been received, as a tool to mitigate rough business relations with the customers, and to ensure your own business integrity. Releasing a lien that has been paid in full is the fair thing to do, and…
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Can I Re-File a Mechanics Lien After I Remove the Lien?
Mechanics Liens Must Be Released When Paid or Expired After a mechanics lien has been filed, there comes a time when it must (or at least should) be released. This may be because the claimant has been paid, or because the lien has expired without enforcement being initiated. As has been discussed on this blog…
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What Do I Do With My Lien If I Receive Partial Payment?
One question that many people have regarding mechanics’ liens is what to do if they receive only a partial payment. As always with mechanics’ liens, the answer can vary. It may be easier to first look at some things not to do. It is easy to think, if you have a valid lien securing payment…