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We have all seen on TV and read in the papers stories of home owners who have lost their house or are in danger of losing the home because they were taken advantage of by incompetent or fraudulent contractors. This happens all too often and is the result of home owners who are not informed about the pitfalls inherent in remodeling and home improvement.
One big factor is the contractors themselves. They have a tendency to be rather vague in dealing with the customer and some may take advantage of homeowners who are not familiar with the Florida construction lien law.
This is not an indictment of all contractors, or contractors in general. But it is a warning to be very careful when it comes to hiring someone to work on your property. We have all been warned not to hire an unlicensed contractor. It is only a starting point. That is why this instruction manual was written. The Ten Commandments of Home Improvement is a guide to help homeowners through the maze of the Construction Lien Law in the State of Florida. The law itself is rather complex and has lots of nuances which can be confusing and scary if one is not familiar with them.
We have seen first hand, the devastating results of uninformed property owners who come close to financial ruin, because they didn’t follow the rules, when it came to protecting themselves and their property. This need not be the case. It can easily be avoided by learning the rules and requirements to protect your property. The Florida Construction Lien Law is for your protection. It has to be understood and followed for those protections to work. A few dollars spent up front can save a lot of money and heartache when improving your property.
Top Ten Commandments of Home Improvement. A useful guide for home-owners and contractors working in the residential remodel industry.
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