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7 Things Contractors Need to Know About Retainage

Fieldwire

Construction is one of the hardest industries to manage cash flow in, with contractors often facing large up-front costs and frequent, long delays between expenses and payment. It’s fairly common, especially on commercial and public construction projects, and typically ranges from 5 - 10% of the total contract price.

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Construction Law: May 2024

Construction Law

News Our regular news round up includes a survey saying collaboration is on the rise; Network Rail promises a partnering approach in its new framework; and a warning that carbon reduction policy risks legal challenge. Legal terms explained Isabella Salame of Herbert Smith Freehills LLP explains what is meant by non-delegable duties.

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Construction Payment Speed: Winners and Losers

Levelset

Our recent Construction Cash Flow and Payment Report took a deep look at more than 500 construction companies to figure out who is getting paid quickly — and who isn’t. Public projects often have complex payment chains, bond requirements, legal challenges, and government funding. Find more success with payment speed.

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Transforming Construction Payments: Autodesk's Strategic Move with Payapps Acquisition 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Despite this, both general contractors and subcontractors struggle with the complexities of the payment process and face significant cash flow obstacles. Time and time again, I hear about contractors’ frustrations and struggles with late payments and cash flow and how it negatively impacts their businesses.

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5 Ways to Prepare for New Revenue Recognition Standards

Viewpoint Construction Technology

When implemented properly, they offer improved cash flow and better accounting insight, which benefits contractors and customers. All of this should make the industry more streamlined in the way money flows and work gets done,” says Wayne Newitts, director of strategic partnerships at Viewpoint. Identify the Contract.

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What is Project Loss Insurance?

Levelset

When a loss occurs, it can put a real crunch on a contractor’s cash flow. It protects contractors and construction managers from unexpected increased costs in the performance of a construction contract. It also helps contractors manage cash flow during a loss. of contract value and is billed quarterly.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

Data Security in the Cloud » Collaborating on Cash flow. The topic of cash flow never seems to get old – after all, sustained negative cash flow often results in slashing budgets, personnel, and in the worst cases shutting down of a company. Technology for Collaboration & Cash Flow.

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