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Levelset
Website: levelset.com
Levelset helps contractors and suppliers get payment under control, facilitating smooth payments and successful projects.
858 published works
Construction Payment Blog
Mailing Construction Notices: Is notice served when mailed or received?
Given the impact of COVID-19 on construction, many businesses have been forced to close their doors, whether it be temporarily or permanently. This means that securing your lien rights during…
Construction Payment Blog
How smart contractors avoid back charges and get paid
By Tom Scalisi
Back charges can be a scary part of the construction business. They’re often abused or misused and subcontractors can find themselves with their backs against the wall out of nowhere.…
Construction Payment Blog
Fund Control in Construction: What Contractors Need to Know To Get Paid
While it isn’t extremely common, you may find yourself on a project that is using construction loan fund control. If you aren’t familiar with it, it can seem a bit…
Construction Payment Blog
Virginia Can Now Hold Contractors Liable If Sub Fails to Pay Employees
In their 2020 session, the State of Virginia enacted legislation that grants construction employees private causes of actions for nonpayment on a construction project. One of the most significant changes…
Construction Payment Blog
How to Avoid Mechanics Liens: A Guide for Property Owners & Contractors
By Tom Scalisi
Finishing a construction project without a lien claim is everyone’s financial goal, and each party has a role to play. With a little homework, good communication, and proper documentation, mechanics…
Construction Payment Blog
Contractors have tools to fix slow payment – but are afraid to use them
The results of the 2020 National Construction Payment Survey are in, and the data shows how badly the current construction payment process is working. That survey also shows that as…
Construction Payment Blog
Options for Notarizing Mechanics Liens & Waivers Remotely
In times like these, getting a document notarized can be difficult. Some construction contracts have language that requires contractors to notarize certain payment documents. They may ask you to notarize…
Construction Payment Blog
Before you file: Check the legal business names on your mechanics lien
By Jonny Finity
There are lots of ways to screw up a mechanics lien or bond claim – and lose your ability to enforce your payment rights. One of the most common mistakes…
Construction Payment Blog
Pennsylvania Contractor Loses Lien Claim Over Sheriff’s Late Notice
Securing mechanics lien rights, in any state, is a process. Many states require specific forms, notices, and deadlines that must be met. Failure to meet any one of the requirements…
Construction Payment Blog
What does it mean to “perfect” a mechanics lien?
By Jonny Finity
So you’re considering filing a mechanics lien to recover payment: Smart move! Mechanics liens are incredibly effective at getting you paid. But you’ll likely come across legal terms that can…