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HUD Jumpstarts PACE Financing for Homes

Green Building Law Update

Department of Housing and Urban Development and the Department of Veterans Affairs released new guidance, changing their previous positions, now widely allowing residential Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing. There were not similar concerns expressed about commercial loans. Last week the U.S.

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PACE Bill Due in Baltimore City

Green Building Law Update

The concept is not new, but nationally including in Maryland, “residential” PACE programs were put on hold as a result of a directive in 2011 that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac refrain from purchasing mortgage loans secured by properties with outstanding PACE obligations. Commercial PACE programs are still very new. Maryland is typical.

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PACE Programs are Stepping Up the Pace

Green Building Law Update

Property assessed clean energy (PACE) programs, where payments for energy efficiency, water conservation and renewable energy improvements to commercial real estate are made through a building owner’s property tax bill are beginning to hit their stride. There were not similar concerns expressed about commercial loans.

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#130:  Secured Lenders' Rights to Construction Contract Payments

NH Construction Law

It happens this way: A contractor or subcontractor borrows money from a lender, and as security for the loan it gives the lender an assignment of or lien on its receivables and contract rights. Reading Cooperative Bank v. In the residential setting, this never happens. Not unless he is prepared to pay twice! 543, 553, 984 N.E.2d

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Accounting for Retention Receivable & Payable: A Contractor’s Guide

Levelset

Retention can be withheld on residential or commercial projects and on both public and private projects. When the $90,000 is paid, it is posted with a debit to the bank or cash account and a credit to accounts receivable, clearing the account for that project. Debit Credit Bank or cash $90,000 Retention receivable $90,000.

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How to Start a Painting Business: 9 Keys to Growth & Success

Levelset

It’s an excellent time to consider starting a painting company, as both the residential and commercial sectors are experiencing a wave of new construction, and that means opportunities for painters. Obtain a business bank account and any software or staff you’ll need for accounting and bookkeeping. Get clear on your customers.

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How to Start a Roofing Business: 9 Tips to Grow & Thrive

Levelset

It’s an excellent time to consider starting a roofing company, as both the residential and commercial sectors are experiencing a wave of new construction, and that means opportunities for the roofing industry, which is expected to grow revenues by around 1% annually for the next five years. . Get clear on your customers.