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What Is a Certificate of Insurance (COI) for Contractors — and When Do You Need One?

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If you’re bidding on contract work, you will likely need a COI per terms of a legal agreement. Aside from owners and GCs, a government entity may want to see proof of liability insurance. This party may want a COI to ensure they are protected from liability in the event of a product-related injury or accident.

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Is Your Construction Team Prepared for Cyber Risks?

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Malicious cyberattacks could impact project designs, bid data, and security system information involved in architectural proposals. In the email, a cybercriminal, posing as a business contact, would indicate an urgent matter that requires an employee to transfer funds to an altered bank account.

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Types of Capital for Construction Businesses

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Working capital measures the difference between a construction company’s current assets and current liabilities. Businesses whose assets (like cash, accounts receivable, inventory, or materials) exceed the value of their liabilities (like wages, debts, vendor payments, or overhead costs) have working capital to use to maintain or grow.

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Construction Bookkeeping Unique Features

Contractor Bookkeeping

Bank Balance - Un-cleared Checks) = Cash. Assets - Liabilities) = Equity. -. Proactive contractors have systems and cost libraries with pre-priced assemblies for bidding which works in conjunction with Strategic Construction Accounting to provide management with progress invoicing, job costing and job profitability.

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Contractor Bookkeeping Vs. Regular Bookkeeping

Contractor Bookkeeping

Bank Balance - Un-cleared Checks) = Cash. Assets - Liabilities) = Equity. Proactive contractors have systems and cost libraries with pre-priced assemblies for bidding which works in conjunction with Strategic Construction Bookkeeping to provide management with progress invoicing, job costing and job profitability. Cash On Hand.

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Contractor Accounting Vs. Regular Accounting

Contractor Bookkeeping

Bank Balance - Un-cleared Checks) = Cash. Assets - Liabilities) = Equity. Proactive contractors have systems and cost libraries with pre-priced assemblies for bidding which works in conjunction with Strategic Construction Accounting to provide management with progress invoicing, job costing and job profitability. Cash On Hand.

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Unique Tips To Reduce Construction Company Start Up Stress

Contractor Bookkeeping

Go To Your Bank - And they offer you a line of credit. Bank Accounts - Set up two bank accounts in your company name. The second bank account is for your debit card you keep in your wallet and has no more than $500 or whatever you need for small purchases during the week. It is a must have to borrow money from a bank.