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7 Things Contractors Need to Know About Retainage

Fieldwire

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. Retainage is no different.

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#130:  Secured Lenders' Rights to Construction Contract Payments

NH Construction Law

It happens this way: A contractor or subcontractor borrows money from a lender, and as security for the loan it gives the lender an assignment of or lien on its receivables and contract rights. Any subsequent square-up was between lender and borrower, and not the account debtor’s concern. Not unless he is prepared to pay twice!

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constructionattorneyblog: illinois supplier denied mechanics lien

Construction Lawyer

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The information provided here is not intended to be a solicitation for legal services, nor does it constitute legal advice. In other words, you use the stuff we post here at your own risk. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

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

Levelset

If the insurance company is dragging their feet, a restoration contractor can still likely file a mechanics lien on the property. The average collection period for receivables measures the average time it takes you to get paid on your open accounts. AOBs and mechanics liens. Alex Benarroche.

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Idle Equipment not entitled to Lien in Missouri

Construction Lawyer

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The information provided here is not intended to be a solicitation for legal services, nor does it constitute legal advice. In other words, you use the stuff we post here at your own risk. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

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constructionattorneyblog: Subcontractor's Mechanics lien allowed.

Construction Lawyer

His book, Legal Guide to AIA Documents, published by Aspen Publishing, is in its fifth edition. The information provided here is not intended to be a solicitation for legal services, nor does it constitute legal advice. In other words, you use the stuff we post here at your own risk. A Legally Inclined Weblog. >.

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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. But for many types of work, restoration contractors have the right to file a lien on their property if they fail to pay. Is restoration work covered by the policy?