Category Archives: Collections

Are Old Construction Liens Valid in Florida?

Construction liens can create significant headaches for property owners, particularly when they surface during a title search or refinancing process. Filed by contractors, subcontractors, or suppliers, these legal claims can stall transactions and leave property owners wondering: Is this lien still valid? This article explains Florida’s laws governing lien duration. When Do Liens Come Up?Continue reading “Are Old Construction Liens Valid in Florida?”

Q&A: What can I lien for in Florida?

What Items can generally be included in a Florida construction lien? Can a landscaper file a Florida construction lien for maintenance services? Can a Florida construction lien include overhead and profit? Can a contractor file a Florida construction lien for work an owner did not order? Can a supplier file a Florida construction lien? CanContinue reading “Q&A: What can I lien for in Florida?”

Risks of Pay-if-Paid Terms for Florida Subcontractors

Subcontractors often find themselves navigating risky terms in construction contracts. Among the myriad clauses that can affect their bottom line, “Pay-if-Paid” provisions stand out as particularly risky. These provisions essentially allow the general contractor (GC) to shift the burden of payment uncertainty onto subcontractors, conditioning payment on the GC’s receiving payment from the property owner.Continue reading “Risks of Pay-if-Paid Terms for Florida Subcontractors”

Are Verbal Construction Agreements Valid in Florida?

Written Contracts are Typically Not Required In Florida, construction contracts require three key elements: an offer, acceptance, and consideration (an exchange of something of value). Noticeably, a written contract and signatures are not elements on this list.   Some contracts in Florida must be in writing to be enforceable. For example, contracts for the saleContinue reading “Are Verbal Construction Agreements Valid in Florida?”