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Fed Economist Forecasts Uptick in Single-Family Construction

Pro Builder

The housing market may be headed straight for a post-pandemic downturn, but according to Jordan Rappaport, a senior economist at the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, an uptick in single-family home building could soon follow. million, but a number of challenges remain for regional builders across the U.S., NAHB reports.

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Dakota Access: Final Phase to Begin as Bank Considers Pulling Financing On Pipeline

Construction Equipment

despite requests by federal agencies to delay the project as the US government reassesses permits and considers possible reroutes. Although federal regulators have not given the go-ahead to Energy Transfer Partners, the company announced yesterday it has started moving heavy equipment to Lake Oahe, S.D.,

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Phases of Commercial Real Estate Development

Construction Marketing

Developers must understand the various financing options, such as traditional bank loans, private equity, and government programs. This phase includes determining the project’s scope, selecting materials, and determining the necessary permits and approvals. You must secure financing for the project.

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New Legal Guide and Resource For Your Construction Business

Construction Marketing

Business licenses or permits. Financial matters (bank accounts, taxation, insurance, collections). Business names (DBAs and fictitious name certificates). Bylaws and operating agreements. Business contracts and agreements. Marketing, advertising, and social media. Protecting data and intellectual property.

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A Force Majeure Decision during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Green Building Law Update

all businesses in the State of Illinois that offer food or beverages for on – premises consumption – including restaurants, bars, grocery stores, and food halls – must suspend service for and may not permit on-premises consumption. Section 1 of that Executive Order pertains to restaurants: “.

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The Most Green Building Friendly Zoning Code in the Nation - Baltimore?

Green Building Law Update

· Wind power is allowed throughout the City and again, only a building permit is needed if the maximum height of any ground-mounted wind energy system is 65 feet or 20 feet above the tree line, whichever is greater or 10 feet above roof of primary structure. · The keeping of livestock and animals is permitted.

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Five Basic Construction Accounting Tasks To Complete Every Month

Contractor Bookkeeping

All transactions in the bank account of your construction accounting system no matter if it is QuickBooks or Xero, must be assigned to the proper accounts: Income. Other costs including permits, plans, bills from suppliers, and purchases on your personal credit cards. Job Deposits.