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A joint check is used to pay a supplier through the direct contractor. How should the payee line be handled?

Correct Answer

D) Make it payable to both the contractor and the supplier or subcontractor.

List both contractor and supplier as payees so both endorse the joint check. This identifies the payment method; retain payment and release evidence as well. Source: https://web.cslb.ca.gov/consumers/legal_issues_for_consumers/mechanics_lien/How_To_Prevent_A_Mechanics_Lien.aspx

Answer Options
A
Make the check payable to the contractor and rely on the contractor to pay the listed claimant.
B
Make it payable only to the homeowner.
C
Issue separate checks without tying payment to the claimant named in the notice.
D
Make it payable to both the contractor and the supplier or subcontractor.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

List both contractor and supplier as payees so both endorse the joint check. This identifies the payment method; retain payment and release evidence as well. Source: https://web.cslb.ca.gov/consumers/legal_issues_for_consumers/mechanics_lien/How_To_Prevent_A_Mechanics_Lien.aspx

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