Residential Home Improvement Contract Requirements for Contractors in Arkansas

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If you’re a contractor working in Arkansas, it’s essential to understand the legal requirements for residential home improvement contracts. Clear, well-structured agreements that outline expectations, responsibilities, and legal protections benefit both homeowners and contractors. Arkansas has specific rules governing home improvement contracts, aimed at ensuring transparency, protecting consumers, and ensuring fair practices in the home […]

Understanding the Arkansas Contractor Prompt Payment Law

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Timely payments are essential for maintaining healthy business relationships and ensuring construction projects are completed without unnecessary delays. For contractors working on public projects in Arkansas, understanding the Arkansas Contractor Prompt Payment Law (Arkansas Code § 19-4-1411) is crucial. This law ensures prompt payment for work completed on public improvement contracts, protecting contractors and subcontractors […]

Protecting Your Profit Margin: How Contractors Can Guard Against Tariff-Driven

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Material Price Hikes The construction industry is no stranger to unexpected challenges, and one of the most unpredictable factors contractors face is the fluctuating cost of materials. Tariffs, supply chain disruptions, and market conditions can all drive up prices, leaving contractors scrambling to cover unanticipated expenses. If you’re a contractor, being caught in this situation […]

A Comprehensive Guide to Filing a Valid Lien in Arkansas

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Filing a mechanic’s or materialmen’s lien is often the best way contractors, subcontractors, and material suppliers can ensure payment for their work or materials when disputes or payment issues arise. However, Arkansas law sets out precise steps, deadlines, and requirements that must be followed to properly and legally file a lien in the state. Missing […]