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is a mechanics lien the same as a notice to owner

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we supply flowers to contractors who install them on commercial properties. do we send a notice to owner or mechanics lien to the property owner?

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Mar 25, 2020
Notices to Owner and mechanics liens are very different, and it's crucial to know when to send the right document. We'll dive in with a little more detail below, but this article should help to better understand the purpose of a Notice to Owner (which is generally considered a type of "preliminary notice"): What is a Preliminary Notice?

When to send a Florida Notice to Owner

A Florida Notice to Owner is an informational document. It lets recipients know that you're providing supplies to the job, which improves communication and transparency on the job site (which, in turn, reduces payment problems). Additionally, when a supplier sends a timely Notice to Owner, that notice document also preserves the supplier's right to file a mehcanics lien later on if the supplier doesn't get paid. So, sending a Notice to Owner at the beginning of every job makes a lot of sense. But, sending or filing a mechanics lien isn't appropriate unless there's a payment dispute on the project. For more information on Florida's Notice to Owner document, the resources below should provide a lot of helpful insight. - Florida Notice to Owner Guide & FAQs - Florida’s Notice to Owner – How To Prepare & Send Your NTO

When to file a mechanics lien

As mentioned above, mechanics liens are really only appropriate when there's a payment dispute ongoing. Even then, mechanics liens are generally considered the nuclear option - and merely threatening to file a lien claim can often help to get paid before a lien becomes necessary. If you'd like more information on mechanics liens, the resources below should provide great intel. - What is a Mechanics Lien? - How Do Mechanics Liens Work? 17 Ways a Lien Gets You Paid - Florida Mechanics Lien Guide and FAQs
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