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Completed Operations: A Contractor’s Guide to Coverage, Cost, & More

Levelset

If a contractor’s work fails after a project is complete, completed operations insurance can help cover some of the expenses. It is sold as an extension to your general liability insurance policy and may be required by the state you work in or the project owner. Learn more: The most common types of insurance policies in construction.

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What Your Business Credit Report Tells Lenders

Pro Builder

Your business credit report also provides necessary information about your company, such as your business background, ownership and subsidiaries, financial information, any bankruptcies, risk scores, and banking, trade, and collection history. Lessons Learned From Previous Housing Market Disruptions.

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Job Costing Accounting Vs. Regular Accounting

Contractor Bookkeeping

Knowing which markets to serve, when to hire more people, when and how to acquire loans, lines of credit, bonds, performance bonds, insurance cost savings, business planning and your overall construction company business strategy. Equipment auctions and listen to contractors explain why the bank repossessed everything.

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constructionattorneyblog: Waivers of liens: fraud

Construction Lawyer

The Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Illinois recently ruled that a contractor who falsified waivers of lien engaged in fraudulent conduct and his debt to the bank was non-dischargeable. . | New York allows contractual indemnification » September 22, 2005. Waivers of liens: fraud. Add me to your TypePad People list.

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

Levelset

Start right by registering, licensing, and insuring your business. Get the proper license and insurance according to your state’s requirements. Obtain a business bank account and any software or staff you’ll need for accounting and bookkeeping. We have a contractor licensing guide for every state you can refer to.

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How to Start a Plumbing Business: 9 Tips for Growth

Levelset

Get registered, licensed, and insured before anything else. Get the proper license and insurance according to your state’s requirements. Obtain a business bank account and any software or staff you’ll need for accounting and bookkeeping. It’s important to keep your business’ finances separate from your personal accounts.

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How to Start an Electrical Business: 9 Tips for Growth

Levelset

Get off to a good start with registration, licensing, & insurance. Get the proper license and insurance according to your state’s requirements. Obtain a business bank account and any software or staff you’ll need for accounting and bookkeeping. Establish a plan for growth that will transform your business.