Glossary
Mechanic's lien (claim of lien)
A mechanic's lien, called a claim of lien in Florida and Georgia, is a recorded claim by a contractor, subcontractor or supplier against a property for unpaid work or materials. It attaches to the land until it is paid, released or foreclosed.
Why it matters for a lead
A lien on an active job says someone on it is not being paid. For a sub deciding whether to bid, and for a lender watching a borrower, it is the earliest public distress signal.
Where Groundbreak gets it
County clerk official records in Miami, Tampa Bay, Atlanta (DeKalb) and Dallas-Fort Worth.
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- What is a mechanic's lien?
- A mechanic's lien, called a claim of lien in Florida and Georgia, is a recorded claim by a contractor, subcontractor or supplier against a property for unpaid work or materials. It attaches to the land until it is paid, released or foreclosed.
- Why does a mechanic's lien matter for construction leads?
- A lien on an active job says someone on it is not being paid. For a sub deciding whether to bid, and for a lender watching a borrower, it is the earliest public distress signal.
- Which Groundbreak markets publish the mechanic's lien?
- Atlanta, Miami, Tampa Bay, Dallas-Fort Worth. County clerk official records in Miami, Tampa Bay, Atlanta (DeKalb) and Dallas-Fort Worth.