Rutherford County Claim of Lien Against Construction Funds Form

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Rutherford County Claim of Lien Against Construction Funds Form

Rutherford County Claim of Lien Against Construction Funds Form

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Rutherford County Claim of Lien Against Construction Funds Guide

Rutherford County Claim of Lien Against Construction Funds Guide

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Important: Your property must be located in Rutherford County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

Where to Record Your Documents

Rutherford County Register of Deeds

Address:
229 N Main St / PO Box 551
Rutherfordton, North Carolina 28139

Hours: 8:30 to 5:00 M-F

Phone: (828) 287-6155

Recording Tips for Rutherford County:
  • Double-check legal descriptions match your existing deed
  • Check that your notary's commission hasn't expired
  • Documents must be on 8.5 x 11 inch white paper
  • Request a receipt showing your recording numbers
  • Consider using eRecording to avoid trips to the office

Cities and Jurisdictions in Rutherford County

Properties in any of these areas use Rutherford County forms:

  • Bostic
  • Caroleen
  • Chimney Rock
  • Cliffside
  • Ellenboro
  • Forest City
  • Harris
  • Henrietta
  • Lake Lure
  • Rutherfordton
  • Spindale
  • Union Mills

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How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Rutherford County forms will be in your account ready to download to your computer. An account is created for you during checkout if you don't have one. Forms are NOT emailed.

Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Rutherford County?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Rutherford County, including margin requirements, font requirements, and other layout standards. This guarantee applies to formatting, not to the legal sufficiency of information entered by the user or the suitability of a form for a particular transaction.

Can I reuse these forms?

Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Rutherford County you only need to order once.

What do I need to use these forms?

The forms are PDFs that you fill out on your computer. You'll need Adobe Reader (free software that most computers already have). You do NOT enter your property information online - you download the blank forms and complete them privately on your own computer.

Are there any recurring fees?

No. This is a one-time purchase. Nothing to cancel, no memberships, no recurring fees.

How much does it cost to record in Rutherford County?

Recording fees in Rutherford County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (828) 287-6155 for current fees.

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Claiming a Lien Against Construction Funds in North Carolina

In addition to claiming a lien against a real property, contractors can also lien on construction funds regardless of tier. Therefore, a subcontractor has lien rights against any funds that are owed to the party that hired the subcontractor. A lien can be claimed to the extent money is owed to the party occupying the position in the chain above the subcontractor. N.C.G.S. 44A-18.

The subcontractor's right to a lien becomes ripe as soon as labor or materials are first furnished on the job and relates back to the date the contractor or supplier first furnished labor, services, or materials on the project.

The notice of a claim of lien upon funds must set forth all of the following information: (1) the name and address of the person claiming the lien upon funds; (2) a general description of the real property improved; (3) the name and address of the person with whom the lien claimant contracted to improve real property; (4) the name and address of each person against or through whom subrogation rights are claimed; (5) a general description of the contract and the person against whose interest the lien upon funds is claimed; and (6) the amount of the lien upon funds claimed by the lien claimant under the contract. N.C.G.S. 44A-19(a).

The notice must also be served on the obligor (debtor) by personal delivery or in any manner authorized by Rule 4 of the North Carolina Rules of Civil Procedure. N.C.G.S. 44A-19(d). A copy of the notice of claim of lien upon funds shall be attached to any claim of lien on real property filed pursuant to G.S. 44A-20(d). Id.

This article is provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a substitute for the advice of a legal professional. Please contact an attorney with questions about claiming a lien on funds, or any other issues related to liens in North Carolina.

Important: Your property must be located in Rutherford County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

This Claim of Lien Against Construction Funds meets all recording requirements specific to Rutherford County.

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