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High-performance air- and water-resistive barriers deliver improved sustainability

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Preventing air from traveling through the building enclosure in an uncontrolled manner provides unequivocal benefits: Energy savings 1 : A tighter building envelope with reduced air leakage can result in lower energy consumption for heating and cooling.

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10 Best Insurance Companies for Construction Businesses

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You can request a quote, purchase insurance, and get insurance certificates from their website, or you can talk to a customer service agent if you prefer. Travelers Insurance has a variety of coverages available for contractors and design professionals. Next does not offer specialty coverage, like builders’ risk or pollution liability.

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Tax Reform Impact on Employers and Employees

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Repeal of employee deduction and income exclusion for moving expenses: Under current law (Code Section 132(a)(6) and (g)), an employee can exclude qualified moving expense reimbursements from gross income. Certain of these expenses are not deductible unless, in aggregate, they exceed 2% of the employee’s adjusted gross income.

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A Plumbing Contractor’s Guide to Insurance Coverage

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And while laws differ in each state, having insurance coverage might also be required to obtain a contractor’s license or certification. Equipment floater insurance : With equipment floater insurance , your specialized tools and equipment will be covered regardless of where you travel on business. How do I get plumbing insurance?

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Governor’s Report: Sooner Is Better In Oklahoma

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The number of STEM degrees and certificates conferred at state system colleges and universities reach a record high in the last academic year with more than 6,000 students receiving degrees and certificates in STEM disciplines, a 28-percent increase over the last five years.”.

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Rhode Island Incentives and Workforce Development Guide

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Taxable RIIFC Bonds: RIIFC offers taxable bonds for businesses that want to branch out into a commercial enterprise, including building tourist-travel facilities. The loan covers up to 90% on real estate, 80% of machinery and equipment, and 75% of tourist-travel recreation projects. Loan and Bond Guarantees.

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State by State Incentives Guide

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Income Tax Capital Credit: The Income Tax Capital Credit has been available since 1995. The enterprise zone credit is equal to $2500 per permanent new employee and can be applied against the income tax and/or business privilege tax liability. The tax for existing entities accrues as of Jan. The rates range from $.25

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