After a progress check has cleared, what document should replace the earlier conditional release for that paid portion?
Correct Answer
B) A signed unconditional waiver and release for the paid portion.
After payment, CSLB guidance points to an unconditional release signed by the claimant for the portion paid.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
After payment, CSLB guidance points to an unconditional release signed by the claimant for the portion paid.
Why the Other Options Are Wrong
Option A: A new bid proposal from the same subcontractor.
A new bid proposal from the same subcontractor. skips the written authority, scope, price, notice, or release control needed for lien releases.
Option C: A reminder email that the owner intends to pay later.
A reminder email that the owner intends to pay later. skips the written authority, scope, price, notice, or release control needed for lien releases.
Option D: A supplier catalog page showing the material was available, because the material was available from that supplier.
A supplier catalog page showing the material was available, because the material was available from that supplier. skips the written authority, scope, price, notice, or release control needed for lien releases.
Memory Technique
Closing Paperwork shortcut is not a term until paper carries it.
Reference Hint
Study anchor (closed-book): memorize Lien releases from CSLB Mechanics Lien guidance; California Civil Code / California Civil Code conditional and unconditional waiver and release forms; know the rule or calculation trigger without relying on exam-room lookup.
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