Release of Lien Bond

A release of lien bond is a surety bond that allows general contractors and property owners to remove liens against a property and transfer the liability to the bond.
Key Highlights
- Subcontractors and suppliers that claim nonpayment for their work/materials can file liens against the property the project is located on, preventing contractors or property owners from transferring ownership of or selling the land until the lien is resolved.
- Contractors/property owners who purchase a Release of Lien bond can remove the lien, as the bond guarantees that the subcontractor or supplier will be compensated if their nonpayment claim is valid.
- Release of Lien bonds do not release you from payment obligations, but instead stipulate that if the lienholder’s claim is valid, they will be paid out by the surety company issuing the bond.
How do I purchase a release of lien bond?
NFP, the nation's largest and most reliable surety company, is authorized to issue release of lien bonds in each of the 50 states. We can provide the best rates for your bond, as well as the fastest issuance, to get your business off and running.
Our short online application makes it easy. Click below to start the application process today.
Release of Lien Bond FAQs
Release of lien bonds shift the payment liability from the property the lien is placed against to the surety company.
Yes, many states require a multiple of the size of the lien, ranging in amount. Check with your state to see what percentage bond needs to be supplied, as certain states require anywhere from 110 – 150% of the lien amount to be bonded. For example, a $100,000 lien bond may require a $150,000 bond in some states.
Property owners and contractors looking to remove liens against a piece of property.
It varies depending on a lot of different factors, including financial status, but typically 1 – 3% of the bond amount and will require 100% collateral.
Having a lien placed against your property can prevent you from selling the property or completing a construction project.
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