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A Michigan contractor completes $85,000 worth of work on a residential project. The homeowner pays $60,000 but disputes the remaining $25,000. Under the Construction Lien Act, what is the maximum lien amount the contractor can file?

Correct Answer

B) $25,000

Under Michigan's Construction Lien Act 497, a contractor can only lien for the unpaid amount owed, which is $25,000 in this case.

Answer Options
A
$60,000
B
$25,000
C
$110,000
D
$85,000

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Under Michigan's Construction Lien Act 497, a contractor can only lien for the unpaid amount owed, which is $25,000 in this case.

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