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#134:  30-Day Accountings for Subcontractor/Supplier Mechanic’s Liens

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It is generally recognized by New Hampshire courts that “[f]ailure to comply with the specific statutory provisions of perfecting a mechanics lien is usually fatal,” Alex Builders & Sons, Inc. Danley , 161 N.H. 19, 23 (2010). Bostwick , 69 N.H. But rarely are such amounts updated in 30-day intervals. McGranahan v.

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Accounting for Retention Receivable & Payable: A Contractor’s Guide

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Construction projects rely on contractors completing the work they started and meeting the design intent. In an attempt to hold contractors accountable, many projects use retention holdbacks, also known as retainage. These holdbacks need to be accounted for by every party to a project: owner, general contractor, and subcontractor.

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constructionattorneyblog: illinois supplier denied mechanics lien

Construction Lawyer

Only a knowledgeable attorney can apply the information here to your particular matter, taking into account the laws of your jurisdiction. illinois supplier denied mechanics lien. An Illinois appellate court has affirmed the trial court's summary judgment against a lumber company's mechanics lien. mechanics liens.

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constructionattorneyblog: Subcontractor's Mechanics lien allowed.

Construction Lawyer

Only a knowledgeable attorney can apply the information here to your particular matter, taking into account the laws of your jurisdiction. « Liability for green design | Main. Subcontractors Mechanics lien allowed where bank seized generals funds. May 21, 2009 in litigation , mechanics liens | Permalink.

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Idle Equipment not entitled to Lien in Missouri

Construction Lawyer

Only a knowledgeable attorney can apply the information here to your particular matter, taking into account the laws of your jurisdiction. Idle Equipment not entitled to Lien in Missouri. April 20, 2009 in litigation , mechanics liens | Permalink. ILLINOIS APPELLATE COURT DEEMS MECHANICS LIEN COUNTERCLAIM UNTIMELY.

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KPIs for Architects: 3 Performance Indicators to Watch

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For architects and other design firms, the break-even point is ideally expressed as an hourly rate to help guide you when you’re setting your billing rates. For example, let’s look at a two-person firm that includes a designer and an office manager. In a month, the designer worked a total of 200 hours with 160 hours of billable work.

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A Cash Flow Guide for Architects

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This is in contrast to an accrual basis , which is a form of accounting that tracks revenue and expenses when they are incurred, not when they are paid or received. Each of the categories above can be further broken down into a more detailed list that provides the structure for the business’ chart of accounts.