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The Top Five Things Lenders Need to Know About Florida’s Construction Lien Law

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Florida’s Construction Lien Law found in Chapter 713, Florida Statutes, may seem like an area of the law that is only relevant to contractors and property owners. However, there are important aspects of the Construction Lien Law that can directly affect the rights and obligations of lenders in numerous ways.

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Serving a Defendant in a Residential Foreclosure Action by Publication

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If a defendant cannot be located, then service may be effected by constructive service, i.e., service by publication, which is governed by Chapter 49, Florida Statutes. Before a defendant can be served by constructive service, the plaintiff must make a diligent search and inquiry to locate the defendant. See Shepheard v. 2d 340 (Fla.

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How to Publish a Legal Notice of a Foreclosure Sale

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The notice of sale must include: (a) A description of the property to be sold; (b) The time and place of sale; (c) A statement that the sale will be made pursuant to the order or final judgment; (d) The caption of the action; (e) The name of the clerk making the sale; and. (f) A Proper Final Judgment of Foreclosure: Form 1.996(a).