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Mechanics Lien & Construction Payment Platform | zlien™ - zlien's cloud-based platform makes lien rights & lien waivers easy, empowering a fair construction ecosystem that everyone can trust. - 866-720-5436 Log In File NowPricingResources Start NowBlogRelax. It’s zlien.We wish we would have started sooner. Vjera ThompsonAccounting Manager | 9 WoodSend & Receive Prelim Notices All In One Place See Everyone On Your Job Exchange & Automate Lien Waivers Get Paid Without Lengthy Disputes Expertise & Help That Gives You Peace of Mind We invite you to learn more about your lien rights. We’ve penned thousands of posts just for you. Construction Companies Have a Cash Flow Problem, and Everyone (Even Employees) Is Paying the PriceMay 21, 2018 by Danielle HigleyThe results are staggering. Despite the fact that more than a third of respondents say they either incentivize early payments or penalize late ones, 92 percent of construction companies say their customers don’t always pay them on time. What Does “Pay-When-Paid” Mean?May 18, 2018 by Peter MengeIn layman’s terms, a “Pay-When-Paid” clause is the prime contractor informing the subcontractor that they will pay them once they receive payment from their customer (usually the property owner, but can also be the developer). Pay Apps: A Simple Overview – Common Forms and PartsMay 14, 2018 by Nate BuddePay apps – like many things in the construction industry – take a relatively simple concept, and add layers of complexity. By familiarizing yourself with the common forms and requirements, you can position yourself to make your business more efficient and get paid faster. License and License Bond Requirements for General Contractors [Free state-by-state guide]May 07, 2018 by Eric WeisbrotEach state has different rules and regulations surrounding contractor licensing and the license bonds that go with the process. To make it easier to ensure you’re getting the right contractor bond for your next job, here is a state-by-state guide to bond thresholds for general contractors. Notice of Intent: Your Secret Weapon to Get Paid in Construction — Free Webinar and GuideApr 27, 2018 by Peter MengeWell guess what — we’ve got some good news for you. The construction industry is different from other industries. That’s because folks in the construction business have access to a demand letter that actually works — it’s called the Notice of Intent to Lien. Do You Need an Attorney to Foreclose on a Mechanics Lien?Apr 12, 2018 by Abigail PerkinsThe short answer: it is rarely if ever a good idea. The longer answer: it depends on who you represent. Please read on for a brief explanation. Primer on Mechanics Lien Bonds and Bonding Off A Mechanics LienApr 03, 2018 by Abigail PerkinsAfter bonding off a mechanics lien, this bond is substituted for the owner’s property – it is now the subject of the claim for non-payment instead of the project property. When a lien is bonded off, any proceeds recovered from a claim will come from the surety bond instead of the sale or foreclosure of the property. How Much Cash Does a Subcontractor Need to Start a New Job?Mar 29, 2018 by Peter MengeBut here’s another business saying that may not be as well known as the one above, though it’s no less true: “Growth EATS Cash.” Why? Because business growth doesn’t just happen, it needs to be fueled. And the fuel is cash. How Roofers Can Make Sure They Get Paid on Their JobsMar 26, 2018 by Peter MengeBut while the nature of their work might be a little different than others, roofers still have to deal with the same construction payment issues that are so common in the industry: slow payment and non-payment. Can I File A Mechanics Lien If I Didn’t Send Preliminary Notice?Mar 13, 2018 by Scott Wolfe JrHowever, sometimes mistakes happen. Someone forgets to send a notice on a certain project, or someone decides not to send a notice for whatever reason, and then a payment issue crops up further on down the line.And that begs the question: can you still file a mechanics lien on a project if you did not send a preliminary notice? Do I Have to a Send Preliminary Notice if I’m a Subcontractor?Mar 07, 2018 by Peter MengeIn fact, almost 75% of the states have a preliminary notice requirement for subcontractors. This includes most of the busiest states in the country for construction activity, including California (the entire West Coast, really), Florida, and Texas. Do I Have To Sign A Lien Waiver To Get Paid?Mar 06, 2018 by Nate BuddeGenerally, we have found that this confusion is a result of parties that either:1) don’t fully understand how the lien waiver process can be used to benefit both parties; or2) are forced into a particular waiver situation with which they are uncomfortable.In the following article, we’re going to clear up some of this confusion about exchanging lien waivers. x PricingResources Start NowBlog 855-595-4364 Log In In line with the upcoming changes to European Union data protection law, we updated our Privacy Policy effective May 25, 2018, for all members globally.×Learn more