RCS Preliminary Lien Services partnered with eBacon for a one-time expert roundtable on where public works jobs quietly lose money—fringe errors, payroll rework, disconnected systems, paperwork gaps, and compliance exposure that stall payment and erode margins.

Amy Houk, President of RCS Preliminary Lien Services and Chief Product Officer of Prelien Pro Technologies, joined eBacon co-founder Jack Biltis, ControlQore CEO J.D. Whitaker, and Construction CFO president Josh Luebker to cover the payment protection side of the equation: how contractors protect cash flow, close documentation gaps, and avoid losing bids and payments because of compliance blind spots.

With 15+ years in construction, Amy helps contractors and suppliers protect payments through lien, prelien, and risk mitigation expertise—and teaches payment-rights strategy through the Academy of Construction Excellence and industry associations across Arizona.

Watch the replay: Expert Roundtable: How Contractors Quietly Lose Money on Public Works Projects.

Converge Chicago is a curated annual summit for the doers, fixers, thinkers, and builders who are shaping the future of construction. Whether you’re working directly in the construction industry or serving it from the outside, this construction conference is designed for you.

RCS Preliminary Lien Services joined curated connections, standout sessions, and attendee perspectives at Converge Chicago. Learn more at convergeconstructionsummit.com.

What subcontractors should know about payment terms, retainage, and cash flow before they sign. Amy Houk and Peter Houk of RCS Preliminary Lien Services covered the contract and payment decisions that shape project risk long before an invoice goes unpaid.

Watch on LinkedIn: AITA for Refusing to Be the Bank?.

We tackled fringe contract and payment-rights questions with special guest attorney Megan Shapiro, Esq., including practical guidance on preserving remedies and avoiding common legal pitfalls before disputes escalate.

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Direct link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3jaCb3MiU3I

This session breaks down what contract documents actually include, how hierarchy controls disputes, the difference between redacted and redlined language, and where risk transfer often happens before work even starts.

Watch the recording on YouTube: AITA: Redacted vs. Redlined - What You’re Actually Signing.

We revisited a real-world project scenario to cover what to negotiate up front, how to avoid avoidable payment disputes, and which contract terms matter most before mobilization.

Watch the recording on YouTube: AITA: What to Negotiate Before the Project.

A candid roundtable on contract accountability and payment leverage in construction, including lessons learned from delayed-payment and bond-information challenges on complex projects.

Watch the recording on YouTube: AITA For Wanting Paid? #Construction.

Clients only. Session details are provided to invited participants.

Clients only. Please come join us on Wednesday, November 19 from 10:00 - 11:00 (AZ time) to learn about best practices when providing lien waivers, as well as understanding intermediate collection options like Notices of Intent to Lien.

Clients only. Please come join us for a free one-hour webinar discussion on establishing and amending your lien rights to include managing change orders, statutory inclusions, and timeframes.

Discover the keys to safeguarding your construction projects and ensuring your rights are protected. Led by Amy Houk, President of RCS Preliminary Lien Services, this course offers an unparalleled deep dive into the critical aspects of lien law that every construction company must master. Participants will gain expert insights into establishing effective Preliminary and Supplemental Notices, navigating the intricacies of Arizona Lien Waivers to balance risk and reward, executing Mechanics Liens, Bond Claims, and Leasehold Interest Liens with precision, and perfecting the process of Foreclosure. This course is an essential investment for construction companies looking to enhance their understanding of lien law, protect their financial interests, and navigate the complex legal landscape of Arizona’s construction industry with confidence.

In construction, getting paid isn’t just about completing the job—it’s about protecting your rights along the way. This interactive training takes project teams on a five-state ride through the legal landscapes of lien and bond claim rights across California, Arizona, Colorado, Nevada, and New Mexico. Participants learn how and when to establish, enforce, and perfect their rights to payment—whether through mechanics liens on private projects or bond claims on public work. With a clear breakdown of deadlines, notice requirements, and enforcement actions (plus a few trail hazards like residential rules and change order obligations), this session demystifies lien laws and turns statutory complexity into practical know-how.

Mark your calendars to experience this unique and transformative event, harnessing the power of Design Thinking through the Common Data Exchange (CDX) framework. With a blend of interactive sessions and ample networking opportunities, AEC iSummit 2025 is the perfect place to learn from forward-thinking AECO changemakers and technology partners.

Members from across the nation return to ABC’s annual convention each year to connect, celebrate and advance their businesses with the latest industry, political and technological insights. This year, the event is bigger than ever to celebrate ABC’s 75th anniversary!

There’s only one place you’ll find the heavy hitters of concrete and masonry this January: Vegas, baby — at World of Concrete 2025, the largest and only annual international event dedicated to your business. Get your hands on the latest technologies revolutionizing safety, performance and speed and learn what it takes to not only claim a piece of our industry’s massive projected growth but dominate the field.

Academy for Construction Excellence: Unlock the secrets to maximizing payment success through strategic field operations. This course dives deep into the crucial interplay between project teams and accounting units, ensuring comprehensive management that secures every dollar earned on your projects.