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Federal Construction Contractors Are Faced with the Double Whammy of the Pandemic and Price Escalation: What Can Be Done?

Federal Construction Contracting Blog

Delays to projects were frequent, but contractors were told that although they would be granted time extensions, these extensions would be non-compensable. The government recognized the financial impact to individuals who could not work and literally printed money to fund financial stimulus and extended unemployment compensation.

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Environmental Regulations in Construction: What Contractors Need to Know

Levelset

Environmental laws provide the backbone for permitting and reporting requirements on construction projects, while a wide variety of state and municipal laws impose even stricter rules. NPDES permits are issued by states that have obtained EPA approval to issue permits or by EPA Regions in states without such approval.

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Tax Reform Impact on Employers and Employees

Revit OpEd

Modification of limitation on excessive employee remuneration: Under current law, an employer generally may deduct reasonable compensation for personal services as an ordinary and necessary business expense. Code Section 162(m) limits the deductibility of compensation expenses in the case of publicly traded corporate employers.

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September 2015 newsletter

FDR Safety

Documentation of their Experience Modification Rating, which measures Workers Compensation claims experience. Copies of all required permits and certifications. A copy of their OSHA 300A log, which summarizes on-the-job injuries and illnesses. A copy of their chemical inventory list.

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Innovation Is Thriving In Arizona

Business Facilities

Furthermore, Arizona is a right-to-work state with a very low unionization rate, one of the lowest unemployment insurance tax rates in the nation, and workers compensations rates that are much lower than the national average. Build to suit retail/restaurant pads and Class A office development opportunities. In 2016, U.S.

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15 Tips For Starting Your Own Roof and Guttering Business

Construction Marketing

Setting up your office and setting a storage area at home will do while you’re beginning. Insurance, liability, and workers’ compensation . 12) Licenses and permits. Protect your business by securing permits and licenses. Start with General Liability Insurance and the Workers’ Compensation Insurance. .

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GIVEAWAY #2: Procore Swag Pack

Construction Junkie

Comment on our Facebook contest post (tell me an app or a software that you use on the jobsite or the office to make your life easier) 3. No transfer, substitution or cash alternative permitted, except by Construction Junkie, LLC in its sole discretion. Limit: One Prize per person/family/household.

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