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Help Your Customer Understand UCC Filings
Filing UCCs? Send your customer this letter to help them better understand the UCC filing and how it impacts them.
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Comparing USA’s UCC & Canada’s PPSA
Explore the intricacies of U.S. UCC Article 9 and Canada's PPSA, essential laws governing commercial credit across states and provinces.
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Serve the Preliminary Notice Upon the Construction Lender
You serve preliminary notices to protect lien rights. Did you know some states require the lender also receive a copy of the notice?
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The Shift from Credit Insurance to UCC Filings Explained
While insurance companies deliver crippling blows to businesses’ financial security, credit departments bring UCC filings into renewed focus.
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Selling on Consignment and UCC Filings
In consignment filings, the consignor of the goods remains the title holder until the consignee sells the goods – once the consignee sells the goods, the consignee obtains the title, which triggers the consignor to invoice the consignee for the goods.
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Serve the Lender with the Notice
A lender is the party (or parties) funding the project. Often the lender is a financial institution, but sometimes, especially in the case of P3s, the lender may be a corporation or other entity.
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Top 5 Rookie Mistakes with Your UCC Security Agreement
The accuracy of your Security Agreement can make or break your security interest. Don’t make these rookie Security Agreement mistakes.
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Bankruptcy Proof of Claim: Don’t Forget!
With bankruptcies on the rise, it is increasingly likely you'll need to complete a bankruptcy proof of claim. Learn more in this post.
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Statute Changes for New Mexico Mechanic’s Liens
Under New Mexico's revised statute, to recover costs and fees, you need to serve a copy of the recorded mechanic’s lien upon the owner.
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New Mexico Lien and Bond Claim Rights
Curious about mechanic’s lien & bond claim rights in New Mexico? Today's post is for you because we’re in a New Mexico state of mind!
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What Happens to Bond Claim Rights When a Notice is Served but Not Received
What happens to payment bond rights when the required preliminary notice is served but never received? One lucky claimant found out.
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Obtain a Copy of The Payment Bond
Getting a copy of the bond up front is prudent. As a best practice, obtain a copy of the payment bond when contracting for the project.