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7 Things Contractors Need to Know About Retainage

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It’s fairly common, especially on commercial and public construction projects, and typically ranges from 5 - 10% of the total contract price. It is governed by the contract, which means it’s part of the agreement between two parties. Mechanics lien laws have specific deadlines that contractors must follow.

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Mayer Building Company for Subcontractors: Payment Guide & Resources

Levelset

Mayer Building Company is a New Orleans-based general contractor that specializes in commercial construction and historic renovations. In short, the company has a wealth of experience in preserving New Orleans’ historic architecture, as well as designing, building, and renovating commercial spaces. . Mayer Building Company overview.

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Selling a House with Solar Panels is Not for the Faint of Heart

Green Building Law Update

But commonly, residential solar panel leases provide language similar to, You agree that the solar panel system is the Company’s personal property under the Uniform Commercial Code. You understand and agree that this is a lease and not a sale agreement. That fixture filing is in most states a lien or encumbrance against the system.

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Selling a House with Solar Panels is Fraught with Peril

Green Building Law Update

That observed, many residential solar panel ‘leases’ contain language similar to, You agree that the solar panel system is the Company’s personal property under the Uniform Commercial Code. You understand and agree that this is a lease and not a sale agreement. The Company owns the solar panel system for all purposes.

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Selling a House with Solar Panels is Not for the Faint of Heart

Green Building Law Update

But commonly, residential solar panel leases provide language similar to, You agree that the solar panel system is the Company’s personal property under the Uniform Commercial Code. You understand and agree that this is a lease and not a sale agreement. That fixture filing is in most states a lien or encumbrance against the system.

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constructionattorneyblog: illinois supplier denied mechanics lien

Construction Lawyer

The cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. You are not our client and we are not your attorneys unless and until you enter into a written retainer agreement with us. National City Mortgage v.

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Idle Equipment not entitled to Lien in Missouri

Construction Lawyer

The cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. You are not our client and we are not your attorneys unless and until you enter into a written retainer agreement with us. mechanics liens. Categories.

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