Property Ownership

In Iowa, a mechanic's lien may be filed by:

AOnly licensed general contractors
BAny person who furnishes labor or materials for improving real property✓ Correct
COnly subcontractors, not general contractors
DOnly licensed engineers and architects

Explanation

Iowa law allows any person who provides labor, materials, or services to improve real property—including contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and design professionals—to file a mechanic's lien.

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