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Payment Applications 101: A Guide to Pay Apps in Construction

Fieldwire

The construction contract will typically define the process for submitting a pay app, the documents to include, and the deadline for submission. It’s also known as AIA billing since the American Institute of Architects (AIA) produces one of the most commonly used pay applications. There are several types of lien waivers.

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7 Things Contractors Need to Know About Retainage

Fieldwire

It’s fairly common, especially on commercial and public construction projects, and typically ranges from 5 - 10% of the total contract price. So on a $100,000 contract with 10% retainage, the contractor doesn’t have to fork over ten grand at the beginning. Instead, the contractor will deduct the retainage from each payment application.

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Transparency in Contract Revisions

Mr Ethics

Dear Mr. Ethics, We use AIA contract documents with all our owners and subs. For example, we insert a “paid when paid” clause; broader indemnification; and a lien waiver provision. We always modify the documents to get better terms for us. We never let the owner or sub know we modified the document. Regards, Mr. Ethics

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Transparency in Contract Revisions

Mr Ethics

Dear Mr. Ethics, We use AIA contract documents with all our owners and subs. For example, we insert a “paid when paid” clause; broader indemnification; and a lien waiver provision. We always modify the documents to get better terms for us. We never let the owner or sub know we modified the document. Regards, Mr. Ethics

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Transparency in Contract Revisions

Mr Ethics

Dear Mr. Ethics, We use AIA contract documents with all our owners and subs. For example, we insert a “paid when paid” clause; broader indemnification; and a lien waiver provision. We always modify the documents to get better terms for us. We never let the owner or sub know we modified the document. Regards, Mr. Ethics'

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constructionattorneyblog: illinois supplier denied mechanics lien

Construction Lawyer

He is a member various professional organizations, has been an officer and director of the Chicago Chapter AIA, President of the Chicago Chapter, Construction Specifications Institute, and writes a regular construction law column for The Construction Specifier. He is a Fellow of the AIA as well as the Association of Licensed Architects.

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Construction Contracts: Mediation Is A Great Alternative To Litigation

Construction Law Monitor

Do Construction Contracts Contain Mediation Clauses? It depends on the contract. Many American Institute of Architects (AIA) form contracts will allow for an option to include both a mediation and arbitration clause for alternative dispute resolution. Do not sign contracts unless they have a mediation clause.