Unconditional Waiver of Lien: When to Sign It

What is an Unconditional Waiver of Lien?

An unconditional waiver of lien releases your lien rights for the amounts and dates listed the moment it's signed. It does not depend on payment actually clearing — once signed, the waiver is effective.

When to Sign (and When Not To)

• Safe: After the payment has cleared your bank account.
• Dangerous: In exchange for a check that hasn't cleared yet — if the check bounces, you've already released your lien rights.

For payments that haven't cleared, use a conditional waiver instead.

Progress vs Final

• Unconditional Waiver on Progress Payment — Used after a cleared partial draw.
• Unconditional Waiver on Final Payment — Used after the cleared final payment, releasing all remaining lien rights including retention.

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