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The Startup Construction Business Checklist: 3 Important Documents You Need to Have

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Your business plan should also identify potential risks that could result in cash flow problems. Having insurance and legal information is vital, as they protect the business against unforeseen events. A business plan can pinpoint sales and forecasted revenue, and is necessary in securing finance from lenders.

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4 Factors Underwriters Consider When Issuing a Construction Bond

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Here are some factors you should consider to increase your chances of success with a potential project and your ability to secure a construction bond. It is also helpful to provide the surety with a cash flow projection for the project. Your available cash flow can also be affected by the payment terms and retention amount.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

A colleague of mine has even considered not calling his children when a family event occurs, because his kids have generally heard about it two days prior via Facebook. General Management. Software & Technology. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law. People Management. Green Building. Construction Safety. Compliance/Regulations. August 2008.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

Each year at this event I’m reminded that collaboration is vital to our construction industry. General Management. Software & Technology. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law. People Management. Green Building. Construction Safety. Compliance/Regulations. Sales/Marketing. Equipment Management. Resource Center. Ask the Expert. Industry News.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

Called their “Spring Creek” event, CFMA chapter presidents from around the country gather for several days of leadership and team building exercises in Arizona. General Management. Software & Technology. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law. People Management. Green Building. Construction Safety. Compliance/Regulations. Sales/Marketing.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

During the boom years, it was unheard of to bring a superintendent into the office for a planning event and definitely far-fetched to have them assist in the estimating process. General Management. Software & Technology. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law. People Management. Green Building. Construction Safety. Compliance/Regulations.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

Heck, you get trophies for participating in an event—not winning it. General Management. Software & Technology. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law. People Management. Green Building. Construction Safety. Compliance/Regulations. Sales/Marketing. Equipment Management. Resource Center. Equipment and Services Directory. Ask the Expert.