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

Levelset

ABC Contractor is billing a project owner for $100,000 with 10% retention. 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. Managing slow payment cycles.

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Subcontractor Default Insurance: Pros & Cons for General Contractors

Levelset

In addition, SubGuard does not provide protection against mechanics liens from unpaid second-tier subs and suppliers. Let’s take a look at an example of how SDI might provide coverage on a project: ABC Builders is the general contractor building a large office complex and they have an SDI policy covering all their projects.

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The Small Business Guide to Construction Management Software

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Their teams and budgets are leaner, so every investment must be carefully considered—particularly when it comes to tools like construction management software. . Digital solutions have become “must” haves (vs “should” haves) for construction management over the last few years. What to Look for In Construction Management Software.

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