MMM, I wouldn't go above 1/3, 1/3, 1/3.I'd give him enough to cover materials and a little to cover time, then I would agree to an inspection date or inspection level and on approval I'd release the next 1/3 and then on final inspection and approval I'd release the rest. 

Indeed, the latest Zillow market report released in October notes a slight softening in for-sale markets, with monthly home value appreciation slowing for the first time since January.

I did research online and it all points to paying the contractor (which I will not do) and getting a written statement to release.

There are partial releases allowed, so if you plan to refinance or sell one of the properties, the lender will not call the loan due.

Easements and restrictions will generally appear as exceptions since they aren't released, and the buyer is taking title subject to them.I hope this helps.

And Pace Morby’s book was just released.

The sandwich – like other “junk food” – will also trigger the release of brain chemicals such as dopamine, which activate the brain’s reward system and provide a feeling of pleasure.

FEDs released news not to long ago that they will be raising rates 2x this year.

My experience as a land investor is that most of the time, the owner of a failed subdivision is not willing to piecemeal them off property by property or even do a release.

Is the paperwork needed from the seller the purchase contract plus addendum/disclosures, authorization to release information form, limited power of attorney, and promissory note?