The Lien Zone Toolbox Episode

The Lien Zone Toolbox Episode

In this episode, Alex will be sharing his expertise and breaking down the free tools available for you to succeed in the construction industry. With Contract Detective, you can get a free AI analysis of your contract provisions under Florida law. Calc-U-Lien makes calculating NTO, Claim of Lien, and Notice of Nonpayment dates effortless. Get …

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Beware of “Pay-When-Paid” clauses in your construction contract

Beware of “Pay-When-Paid” clauses in your construction contract

When it comes to construction projects, payment is a critical aspect of the process. However, some contracts may include “Pay-When-Paid” provisions, which can cause delays in payment to subcontractors and suppliers. These clauses state that payment will only be made to the subcontractor or supplier when payment has been received by the general contractor from …

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How to Demand Payment After Recording a Lien

How to Demand Payment After Recording a Lien

A construction lien is a right permitted to those in the construction industry who provide materials, services or labor to real property. If one who provides these services or materials are not paid, he or she may be able to force the sale of the property in order to recover their money. Make sure to …

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New Year Refresher on Liens Bonds and Collections

New Year Refresher on Liens Bonds and Collections

Happy New Year! It is important to understand the difference between liens, bonds, and collections. Liens are a legal claim on a property to secure payment of a debt, while bonds are a form of insurance against financial losses resulting from non-performance. Collections are the process of recovering money owed to an organization, often through …

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How does an Indemnity clause work?

How does an Indemnity clause work?

Indemnity is a term familiar to those in construction. Basically, indemnity shifts fault for damages or losses from one party to another. It is generally contractual, where one party agrees to assume responsibility by means of a written agreement, holding another harmless from the consequences of its actions or omissions. Indemnification shall always be a …

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Everything You Need to Know About Notice and Opportunity to Cure Clauses

Everything You Need to Know About Notice and Opportunity to Cure Clauses

Hey everybody! Today we’re going to talk about the notice to cure. These are all very import­ant topics that you need to understand for your next project. Make sure to follow us on our dedicated construction site as well as our podcast, YouTube videos and social media including Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Get a jump on your competition. Alexander Barthet is a board certified …

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How to Deal with Credit Card Chargebacks and Bad Checks

How to Deal with Credit Card Chargebacks and Bad Checks

The ability to accept payments from customers is critical for any business. Whether you use cash or credit cards, or even checks, it is important that you are able to process payments in a timely and efficient manner. Unfortunately, there are times when something goes wrong and you may need to deal with a chargeback …

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