Alex is originally from South Florida but has called New Orleans home since 2003. He graduated from Loyola University College of Law and went on to get a master's degree in intellectual property and Internet law from the University of Alicante in Spain. Since then his practice mainly focused on contracts, business law, construction, and IP. Alex joined Levelset in 2018 and has since worked to help construction businesses around the country know their rights to ensure they get paid what they’ve earned. More...
Home improvement contract notice requirements The "notice language" referred to in our TN Preliminary Notice FAQs, is incredibly simple. There are certain requirements for home improvement contracts under Tenn. Code §62-6-508; such as contractor license number, contract price, etc. The notice is language is under subsection (3) which only requires that the following language be provided above the owner's signature line: NOTICE TO OWNER: Do not sigSee More...See More...
The contractor's termination rights will depend on the specific language set forth in the construction contract. There is required language for Maryland Home Improvement Contracts under MD Bus Reg Code §8-501, which offers protection to the property owner by allowing them to rescind the contract within 3 days after execution. But as stated above, your ability to terminate the contract will be determinant on the termination provisions of your contract. HerSee More...See More...
The requirements for the amendment of a Florida Notice of Commencement can be found in Fla. Stat. §713.13. The statute specifically states that the notice "must identify the official records book and page where the original notice of commencement is recorded." Each county clerk's office has its own formatting requirements and filing fees. You should contact the clerk's office ahead of time to be sure that you are ready to file your amendment. See More...See More...
The sections you are referring to on a Florida lien waiver should provide all the information of the anticipated payment to be made. The "maker of the check" should list who is making the payment (i.e. signing the check). The "amount of check" is the dollar amount of the payment that is to be made in exchange for the lien waiver (i.e. the amount of payment due). Lastly, the "check payable to" should list who is receiving the payment (i.e. who is signing the lieSee More...See More...
This is accurate. These requirements can be found under Fla. Stat. §489.126(2)(a): A contractor who receives, as initial payment, money totaling more than 10 percent of the contract price for repair, restoration, improvement, or construction to a residential real property must: Apply for permits necessary to do work within 30 days after the date payment is made, except where the work does not require a permit under the applicable codes and ordinancesSee More...See More...