Practical guides to help contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers understand mechanics liens, protect their lien rights, and get paid for every job.
Small contractors often think mechanics liens are for big construction companies. The truth is the opposite — small contractors need lien protection more than anyone.
Every state has strict mechanics lien deadlines. Miss one by a single day and your right to collect is gone forever. Here are the three deadlines every contractor must know.
When a property owner or general contractor won't pay, you're not out of options. Here's how a mechanics lien works, why it's so effective, and how to file one without hiring an expensive lawyer.
If you are a contractor who has not been paid, you have more options than you think. Learn about demand letters, mechanics liens, bond claims, and when to use each.
Mechanics lien filing deadlines are unforgiving. Learn the state-specific deadlines, how they are calculated, and why even one missed day permanently eliminates your lien rights.
A pre-project checklist for contractors and subcontractors covering contracts, preliminary notices, lien rights, insurance, and payment protections to set up before work begins.
A step-by-step guide for contractors and subcontractors on getting paid faster and protecting your payment rights. From invoicing to liens, everything you need to know.
Lien waivers are critical documents in construction payment. Learn the four types of lien waivers, when to sign each one, and how to avoid waiving your rights prematurely.
Confused about bond claims and mechanics liens? Learn the key differences, when to use each payment protection tool, and how to choose the right one for your situation.
When a client won't pay, should you send a demand letter or go straight to filing a mechanics lien? Learn the differences, advantages, and when to use each approach.
Subcontractors are the most vulnerable to non-payment in construction. Learn the essential steps to protect your lien rights and ensure you get paid for every job.
Missing a lien deadline by even one day can wipe out your right to collect payment. Here are the five most common deadline mistakes contractors make and how to avoid them.
Preliminary notices are required in most states before you can file a mechanics lien. Learn what they are, why they matter, and how requirements vary across the US.
A mechanics lien is one of the most powerful tools contractors have to get paid. Learn what it is, when to file one, and why every contractor should understand their lien rights.
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