Contractor Bookkeeping

MAY 31, 2024

By simulating different scenarios and examining potential outcomes based on various inputs, such as sales growth, margins, and cash flow, these models provide a comprehensive picture that aids in informed decisions. Financial models are invaluable tools designed to help you understand and protect your business's economic health.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 11, 2021

For any business, having enough operational cash on hand is critical. Without being able to accurately forecast cash flow, making important decisions about the future of your firm or projects is a risky venture at best. Cash Flow Forecasting with Autodesk Construction Cloud. Project Level Cash Flow Analysis.

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Levelset

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

As a commercial specialty contractor, it can be frustrating to have the crew, time, and skills you need to take on construction projects but not enough cash to purchase materials. But when you take into account how long it takes for specialty contractors to get paid, it gets risky quickly, especially if you’re just starting out.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

A Viewpoint on Construction, Modern Takes on a Transforming Industry. Season 2 — Episode 2: Construction Economics and the State of the Industry. joins the podcast and discusses the economic trends and leading indicators that contractors need to watch in order to be successful. joins the podcast and discusses the […]

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Fieldwire

AUGUST 14, 2023

Construction is one of the hardest industries to manage cash flow in, with contractors often facing large up-front costs and frequent, long delays between expenses and payment. The industry’s retainage practices throw another wrinkle into the process.

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Carol Hagen

JULY 1, 2009

We all know that cash flow is the life blood of our business (whether you’re a contractor or a CPA firm). To see your future rather than the past, to become more goal oriented, take a peek at Up Your Cash Flow (UYCF).

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Levelset

MARCH 11, 2022

Prioritizing a low bid over contractor performance is a lose-lose procurement strategy. Unfortunately, low bidding is an accepted practice for both owners and contractors alike. It’s time to re-educate the construction industry and reframe the “low bid wins” philosophy. Contractors build them.

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Pro Builder

MAY 6, 2022

Contractors Turn To Automated Payment Apps for Faster Billing. The days of long delayed payments and financial headaches are a thing of the past for contractors switching to speedy payment apps. Fri, 05/06/2022 - 10:18.

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Levelset

MAY 4, 2022

Levelset’s recent 2022 Cash Flow & Payment Report revealed some key differences between large, successful contractors and smaller construction businesses. Of course, not every small business wants to become a construction industry powerhouse — but everyone wants to get paid for their work.

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Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Industry Strategies for Weathering a Market Correction. For two years, home builders, building product manufacturers (BPMs), and investors have navigated a volatile market characterized by fluctuating prices, a constant ebb and flow of demand and supply, and an unpredictable economy. Mon, 11/21/2022 - 10:18.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

MARCH 25, 2022

Steady, reliable cash flow is crucial for the survival of your construction business – so taking steps to ensure your customers pay promptly is a key priority. A lower number of debtor days means clients take less time to pay you, which means there's more cash available for your business to use.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Despite this, both general contractors and subcontractors struggle with the complexities of the payment process and face significant cash flow obstacles. Time and time again, I hear about contractors’ frustrations and struggles with late payments and cash flow and how it negatively impacts their businesses.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

AUGUST 26, 2022

Knowledge leads to profits and cash flow. In this cutthroat construction industry, you may not be able to outgrow your competition forever, but you can always outlearn them. Knowing The 80/20 Rule For Construction Contractors will surely help: 20% of your customers typically generate 80% of your net profit.

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Construction Enquirer

JUNE 2, 2023

Kent based contractor Claritas Group is heading for liquidation after being sunk by cash-flow and inflationary pressures. “The challenge of cash flowing and managing the losses associated with the inflationary pressures of these uncertain times was just too great.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

A Challenging Industry Warrants Sophisticated Tools. Considering contractors face ongoing high pressure to perform and operate with razor-thin profit margins, there’s no doubt: construction is a challenging industry. Here are 6 reasons contractors have told us they love our Spectrum Business Intelligence tool.

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Levelset

MAY 17, 2022

While problems with slow payments reverberate throughout the construction industry, the truth is that some companies, roles, and project types are much more likely to get paid on time than others. General contractors report the best payment speed. General contractors report faster payment speeds from their customers as well.

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Levelset

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Managing cash flow in the construction industry is difficult in any economy, but during a recession, specialty contractors face even more financial challenges than usual. At Levelset, we understand the construction industry and the importance of cash flow security for specialty contractors.

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Construction Enquirer

JUNE 25, 2023

The Kent based contractor confirmed earlier this month that it was heading for liquidation following cash flow and inflationary pressures. In many ways, you are the most important cog in our diverse and fragmented industry. Right now, I am truly sorry if you are being affected by the Claritas Group’s failure in any way.”

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Levelset

JUNE 14, 2022

Inflation is more than a buzzword for specialty contractors. Contractors report that supply chain disruptions impact inventory and their ability to forecast for the future. These cash flow challenges can cause detrimental results that drain the bank and negatively impact the amount of cash on hand.

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Levelset

AUGUST 29, 2022

Having access to extra cash flow can eliminate financial barriers before they become roadblocks for your business. Even if you have enough cash today, financing your materials is a great solution to have in your back pocket for unexpected needs in the future. “We Growing your business requires cash.

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Levelset

JULY 11, 2022

There is no shortage of work in the construction industry right now. Yet, upfront costs are barriers for many specialty contractors interested in taking on more significant projects but face the challenge of waiting on payment from past jobs. These tips can help specialty contractors get better jobs and grow their businesses.

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Levelset

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

The construction industry runs on credit. Contracts are almost never paid up front, so contractors provide labor, materials, and equipment on credit with their customers. Slow payments are a chronic problem in the building industry, and payment delays can quickly escalate into cash flow problems.

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ENR Construction

MARCH 22, 2020

Engineering and contractor groups say new program falls short of fixing industry cash-flow problems.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JANUARY 7, 2022

There is a natural ebb and flow in the business cycle, which in regular times operates, somewhat predictable. Something similar occurred from 1976 to 1980, and suddenly in early 1981, the national and global economy began to turn around, and there was a severe shortage of contractors and qualified construction workers.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 19, 2021

5 Reasons to Use Mechanical Contractor Software. The construction industry has gone through an extensive transformation, and technology has completely changed the concept of how to drive more quality, productivity, and profit into projects. The same is true for mechanical contractors. Mon, 04/19/2021 - 06:00. 3) Estimating.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

Then one day you get a rude awakening that getting jobs done and doing the work was only a small part of being in the home service industry. You started your service business doing what you love thinking all you had to do was get good jobs, finish the work promptly, and make a lot of money.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 24, 2018

Editor’s Note: This is part of a series highlighting real customer stories shared during our Digital Contractor Roadshow events. We asked our customers how they dealt with these questions during our Digital Contractor Roadshow event in Houston, Texas a few weeks ago. There’s a lot of contractors that do what we do.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

FEBRUARY 13, 2015

It is no secret that contractors are among the industries where many cash transactions take place and sometimes they get busy and forget to deposit the money in the bank, properly track it inside their contractors bookkeeping services system and pay the taxes on it.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Many contractors are practically drowning in data and don’t have the right tools to parse and analyze the data in ways that would have meaningful impacts on their projects. Data analytics and business intelligence have become hot topics in construction as firms are seeing the benefits other industries are realizing. Let’s take a look.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 1, 2012

Industry News. Industry Statistics. Data Security in the Cloud » Collaborating on Cash flow. The topic of cash flow never seems to get old – after all, sustained negative cash flow often results in slashing budgets, personnel, and in the worst cases shutting down of a company.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 17, 2018

Contractors today deal with challenging projects, often with multiple performance obligations. When implemented properly, they offer improved cash flow and better accounting insight, which benefits contractors and customers. New revenue recognition standards will require contractors to adjust accounting practices.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 4, 2019

We are pleased he took time out of his busy schedule to share his expertise during one of our recent podcast episodes, Construction Economics and the State of the Industry. Having the ability to predict an economic downtown can help contractors manage cash and make appropriate decisions during a recession.

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Lets Build

DECEMBER 2, 2022

It’s a curious paradox that few industries are as tightly regulated and controlled as the construction sector, yet at the same time, few industries are as vulnerable to unexpected events. It requires written standards that can be referred to at any time by employees, sub-contractors, and clients alike.

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Construction Law

MAY 2, 2024

Contractor insolvency Where there is a (living) will, there is a way Isobel Moorhouse and Jane Hughes of Trowers & Hamlins LLP explain what a ‘Living Will’ is, and ask whether the concept be adapted by employers to apply to contractor insolvencies?

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Levelset

JULY 25, 2022

The term capital is used across industries to represent all of a company’s financial assets, including cash, inventory, equipment, and more. Several different types of capital — working capital , debt capital , and equity capital — are common in the construction industry. “Cash flow is critical.

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Levelset

APRIL 28, 2022

Construction is a risky business, with among the highest rates of failure of any industry. In recent years, inflation, supply chain issues, and labor shortages have only increased the likelihood of project delays, performance issues, and contractor default. Related: 16 types of insurance coverage for contractors.

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Contractor Bookkeeping

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

In the business world, cash flow remains the lifeblood that keeps your operations running smoothly. Whether you're a start-up finding your feet or a seasoned business in the construction industry, managing and maintaining a steady cash flow can be challenging.

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