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what form is best for the intent and how do I find the building owner and do I go after owner

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I need to send an intent to file lien For ceiling work, it is the tenant we are going after for payment. I do not know the owner of the building or contact info. What is the best form to send the tenant and also how do I find out the owner of the building. We tore out and replaced a 1200sq foot space. The tenant never showed up the day and time to make the 3500 dollar payment. He has made every excuse on how he was not satisfied with the work and upon multiple attempts to go fix whatever his issues are he refuses to set up a time to do the work. This is the second time we have done a project for him and were paid right away for the first. We did the work on December 24th and we were supposed to be paid that day but he never showed up at the agreed time.There was no contract signed but have texts between me and tenant confirming price time and work.

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Jan 24, 2020
Minnesota doesn't appear to be a state which specifically requires a written contract in order to preserve the right to file a valid and enforceable mechanics lien. So, the fact that there was no written contract shouldn't negatively affect the prospects of a potential lien claim. Further, keep in mind that claimants can still get their lien claims filed even if there's a dispute as to what's owed, and even if there's a dispute over workmanship. Regarding sending a Notice of Intent to Lien - Levelset actually has free downloadable forms for that document. You can find it here: Minnesota Notice of Intent to Lien Form. Of course, sense a Notice of Intent to Lien isn't a required document in Minnesota, the threat of lien form can generally take whatever format and include whatever terminology you deem necessary. Finally, as for finding property ownership, Levelset has this resource which might be helpful: How to Find the Property Owner on a Construction Project. Further, there are online services - including those offered by Levelset - which can help with sending documents like a Notice of Intent to Lien and to research property ownership information. If that's something you're interested in, you can get started on that here: Create a Document. For more information on Minnesota mechanics lien rights: Minnesota Mechanics Lien Guide and FAQs.
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