Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 11, 2016

The concept is not new, but nationally including in Maryland, “residential” PACE programs were put on hold as a result of a directive in 2011 that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac refrain from purchasing mortgage loans secured by properties with outstanding PACE obligations.

Baltimore 120

Baltimore Maryland Finance Residential 120

Green Building Law Update

JUNE 7, 2020

And arguably the new laws that were enacted were dwarfed, at least in the short and mid term by the impact on real estate of the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act , the Maryland Governor’s Executive Orders related to COVID-19 , and the COVID-19 Administrative Orders of the Maryland Court of Appeals.

Maryland 227

Maryland Leases Housing Commissioning 227

Construction Law Monitor

NOVEMBER 6, 2015

In the construction industry, we speak a lot about the filing of a mechanic’s lien. In the event a government project goes sour, contractors and materials suppliers must turn to the Miller Act , or its parallel state legislation, as a remedy. But what if you are working on a public project? How do you file a Miller Act Claim?

Lien 40

Lien Claims Materials Contractors 40

Levelset

AUGUST 16, 2022

Here are some factors you should consider to increase your chances of success with a potential project and your ability to secure a construction bond. In the event of issues, access to additional sources of liquidity, like a bank line or personal funds, is also important. Scope of work compared with past projects. Learn More.

Risk 52

Risk Cash Flow Construction Banking 52

Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 15, 2012

We strongly recommend a Subchapter S Corp (a Sub S) for tax advantages, protecting your personal assets in the event of a claim or lawsuit against your company and for future expansion. Lien Waiver - Do not ever give a lien waiver in advance of the check clearing the bank.

Contractors 48

Contractors Insurance Claims Lien 48

Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 20, 2014

We strongly recommend a Subchapter S Corp (a Sub S) for tax advantages, protecting your personal assets in the event of a claim or lawsuit against your company and for future expansion. Lien Waiver - Do not ever give a lien waiver in advance of the check clearing the bank.

Insurance 48

Insurance Construction Accounting Claims 48

Contractor Bookkeeping

JANUARY 2, 2015

Get Organized - We strongly recommend a Subchapter S-Corp for tax advantages, protecting your personal assets in the event of a claim or lawsuit against your company and for future expansion. Lien Waiver - Do not ever give a lien waiver in advance of the check clearing the bank.

Construction 48

Construction Insurance Accounting Claims 48

Levelset

JULY 9, 2022

When payment problems come up on a public project, contractors can’t just file a mechanics lien as a solution, as both the federal government and state governments prohibit private companies from gaining interest in public property. Lien waivers. Deep dive : Georgia’s Very Unusual Rules for Mechanics Lien Waivers.

Georgia 52

Georgia Claims Lien Contract 52

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MARCH 8, 2016

All contracted investment funds are required to secure at least a 2:1 match from private sources on its aggregate portfolio at the time of investment. New York State Surety Bond Assistance Program (NYSBAP): Provides technical and financial assistance to help contractors secure surety bonding. Typical financing structure: 50% Bank Loan.

New York 40

New York Finance Products Commercial 40

Levelset

JULY 7, 2022

When payment problems come up on a public project, contractors can’t just file a mechanics lien as a solution, as both the federal government and state governments prohibit private companies from gaining interest in public property. In some cases, securities, bonds, or other similar instruments may be substituted for retainage.

Oregon 52

Oregon Claims Contract Contractors 52

Contractor Bookkeeping

OCTOBER 4, 2013

A whole stream of events issues from the decision, raising in one''s favor all manner of unforeseen incidents and meetings and material assistance, which no man could have dreamed would have come his way. Sales tax liens against contractors twenty two times higher than any other business.

Profitability 48

Profitability Construction Accounting Cash Flow 48

Levelset

MAY 18, 2022

Generally, contractors on public projects aren’t able to file mechanics liens. The federal government — along with many states — prohibits private entities from claiming an interest in public property, making it necessary for public construction projects to secure a payment bond prior to work beginning. Louisiana bond claim law.

Louisiana 52

Louisiana Claims Contractors Legal 52

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

APRIL 15, 2014

The Participating Lender sets all the terms and conditions of the loan (including premium levels, maturity dates, fixed or variable interest rates, secured or unsecured, amortization schedule, etc.) The Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association tracks the weekly average municipal interest rate from 2000 to current.

Income 108

Income Finance Zoning Employment 108

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MARCH 21, 2014

FOREIGN TRADE ZONES (FTZs): Secured areas legally outside of U.S. The company’s obligation to repay the loan is secured by a direct-pay Letter of Credit from a bank rated ‘A’ or better. The private sector participant finances 50 percent of the project cost and takes a first lien on assets pledged as collateral.

Income 75

Income Finance Zoning Equipment 75

Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

00 43 13 Bid Security Form. 00 61 16 Lien Bond Form. Affidavit of Release of Liens Form. 00 73 63 Security Requirements. 00 61 16 Lien Bond Form. Affidavit of Release of Liens Form. 00 73 63 Security Requirements. 00 61 16 Lien Bond Form. Affidavit of Release of Liens Form. Requirements.

Equipment 45

Equipment Construction Schedule Concrete 45

Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

00 43 13 Bid Security Form. 00 61 16 Lien Bond Form. Affidavit of Release of Liens Form. 00 73 63 Security Requirements. 00 61 16 Lien Bond Form. Affidavit of Release of Liens Form. 00 73 63 Security Requirements. 00 61 16 Lien Bond Form. Affidavit of Release of Liens Form. Requirements.

Equipment 40

Equipment Construction Schedule Concrete 40