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Restoration: How to Manage Cash Flow While Waiting for an Insurance Check

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To cover these expenses, restoration contractors need to manage their cash flow to ensure they have enough money in the bank — especially when the insurance company is dragging their feet. Poor cash flow management is the number one reason why construction businesses fail. Plan out your cash flow.

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How To Negotiate A Higher Credit Limit With Your Building Material Supplier

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Contractors trying to grow their business and take on larger projects often struggle to manage their cash flow to purchase the materials they need. Many contractors use trade credit to delay paying for materials and keep more cash in their pockets. Provide a plan.

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Key Financial & Safety Metrics for Subcontractor Qualification 

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Days of Cash on Hand is the number of days that a company can continue to pay its operating expenses, given the amount of cash available and assuming there is no additional revenue. A high value indicates a strong cash position and ability to withstand cash flow constraints. . Formula: Net Income / Total Assets .

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A Plumbing Contractor’s Guide to Insurance Coverage

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A plumbing contractor’s insurance policy covers claims for property damage, but it may also help defend against lawsuits resulting from a work-related incident. The average cost for a workers comp claim in 2019-20 was $41,353. Even small disputes in the construction industry can have a negative impact on time and cash flow.

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Resale Certificates For Washington State Construction Contractors

Contractor Bookkeeping

Of Course If Any Or All The Following Apply - To your company then it is not big deal; this isn’t for you: You have lots of money, no cash flow issues, and every one of your clients pay before you even ask. This Form Is Used For Reporting - All your Business Income, Sales Tax, and Use Tax. What is your business income?

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Unique Tips To Reduce Construction Company Start Up Stress

Contractor Bookkeeping

We strongly recommend a Subchapter S Corp (a Sub S) for tax advantages, protecting your personal assets in the event of a claim or lawsuit against your company and for future expansion. Tax Advantages For LLC or a Sub S - The profit or loss from your business is passed through to the owners as normal income.

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We Reduce Construction Company Start Up Stress

Contractor Bookkeeping

Get Organized - We strongly recommend a Subchapter S-Corp for tax advantages, protecting your personal assets in the event of a claim or lawsuit against your company and for future expansion. All large income and expenses go through one account and keep the debit card in your personal safe.