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7 Things Contractors Need to Know About Retainage

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The practice dates back to the 1840s, dreamed up as a measure to reduce the owner’s risk and ensure that the project is fully completed according to the job specifications. For many construction businesses, the retainage payment accounts for their entire profit margin on the project.

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Assignment of Benefits for Contractors: Pros & Cons of Accepting an AOB

Levelset

An assignment of benefits , or AOB, is an agreement to transfer insurance claim rights to a third party. A property owner and contractor can set up an assignment of benefits in two steps: The owner and the contractor sign an AOB agreement The contractor sends the AOB to the insurance company. The AOB agreements need to be in writing.

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constructionattorneyblog: illinois supplier denied mechanics lien

Construction Lawyer

You are not our client and we are not your attorneys unless and until you enter into a written retainer agreement with us. In other words, you use the stuff we post here at your own risk. Only a knowledgeable attorney can apply the information here to your particular matter, taking into account the laws of your jurisdiction.

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A Contractor’s Guide to Homeowner’s Insurance: Is Your Project Covered?

Levelset

Knowing what to expect from insurers gives you some leverage as a contractor, and can help you protect your business against financial risk on restoration projects. Insuring agreement. Some policies have broader coverage than others, and you can plainly see each named peril in the Insuring Agreement.

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A Contractor’s Guide to Homeowner’s Insurance: Is Your Project Covered?

Levelset

Knowing what to expect from insurers gives you some leverage as a contractor, and can help you protect your business against financial risk on restoration projects. . Insuring agreement. Some policies have broader coverage than others, and you can plainly see each named peril in the Insuring Agreement.

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Idle Equipment not entitled to Lien in Missouri

Construction Lawyer

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constructionattorneyblog: Subcontractor's Mechanics lien allowed.

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You are not our client and we are not your attorneys unless and until you enter into a written retainer agreement with us. In other words, you use the stuff we post here at your own risk. Only a knowledgeable attorney can apply the information here to your particular matter, taking into account the laws of your jurisdiction.

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