a second-tier subcontractor filed a lien on a property Macomb, MI. The current plan is for a check to be written directly to the lien claimant, however, 10% retainage is withheld on the project. Would releasing retainage to the lien claimant violate the Michigan Property Code? Would the owner of the p...Read More...Read More
In Michigan, if a contractor fails to pay a subcontractor what they are owed, and the subcontractor has filed a Notice of Furnishing with the contractor, is the owner responsible to pay the subcontractor? Even if the contractor has already been paid in full?...Read More
Hello, I would love and sincerely appreciate the assistance of a lien expert. I have a $30,000 Construction Lien that I am looking to commence as timely as possible in Michigan. However, I have had no luck with locating a lien liaison who can assist with filing the claim. Do you have any contacts or web...Read More...Read More
I'm a licensed builder and owner of a home in Michigan. I have a PPO on this person and an assault charge pending. I did the renovations starting May 24, 2019 and completed them in August 1, 2019. It was listed on the MLS effective Aug. 16, 2019. the said person clearly stated on the claim of deed...Read More...Read More
If I'm understanding correctly, as the licensed general contractor on a residential project with a written signed contract, I do NOT need to file a notice of furnishing (ever) and can still file a lien if needed during the project, correct?...Read More
we are a small tree company who did work for a large builder. The work and all letters are via Falling oaks 2 brothers . falling oaks did a company split one brother took falling oaks and the other took county tree. can I put the lein under both names. the owner of fallling oaks is pregnant and doesnt w...Read More...Read More
We are a general contractor working for another general contractor on a residential job. We are billing the contractor but they have been slow to pay. Can we lien the property?...Read More
I am supplier that works directly with the owner and managment company for the property. No contract was ever singed since they order from us regalr, if i can include a monthly statment, can i still proceed to file mechanic's lien on the property. ...Read More
We work primary in FL. My question is, can I add the collection cost, such as interest and lien fees to the lien amount when filing for a lien? I would like to know the answer both in FL. ...Read More
I represent a company which rented construction equipment to a contractor for use in the construction of a sea wall for a residence. Can we file a valid Mechanics Lien?...Read More
I don't understand a "waiver of Lein" payments. I still have to check with the Better Business Bureau for complaints and call the Licensing Board to see if the contractor I've received an estimate from is a licensed & certified builder before hiring him. The estimate from the contractor does state his add...Read More...Read More
State of Michigan - homeowner has a bathroom renovation completed. There is no Notice of Commencement recorded. House is being sold....title company is aware that there is an outstanding invoice for work . Invoice is dated from June 2019. Homeowner refuses to pay full invoice, alleging that th...Read More...Read More