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Beware of Consultants Who Become Part Owners In Your Construction Company

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As the economy is improving in mid-2016 we are seeing a disturbing trend of Business Consultants asking Contractors to make them a part owner of their Construction Companies in exchange for their services. They Want You To Pay For A Life Insurance Policy Naming Them Beneficiary.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

INSURANCE |. Seminars and Tradeshows. This week, I’m pleased to welcome David DeVita, a safety expert with 20 years of experience, from Carolina Safety Consultants. A Safety Consultant’s Opinion: After having worked in the safety industry for over 21 years, 14 of which were with 2 major insurance companies.

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Seven Construction Associations You Should Consider Joining

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Here are some reasons to consider joining an association: Expand your knowledge: Gain access to courses, seminars and educational materials to stay up to date on industry trends. Other benefits: Some associations provide financial benefits, such as discounts to car rentals, insurance, supplies and other items. Reasons to Join.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

INSURANCE |. Seminars and Tradeshows. David is a construction safety expert for Carolina Safety Consultants with over 20 years of experience. Fewer accidents also mean lower insurance premiums, which mean lower labor costs. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |. EQUIPMENT |. General Management.

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Obtaining the Proper Bonding for Government Jobs

Construction Business Owner

INSURANCE |. Seminars and Tradeshows. In a way, a surety bond is like insurance; it is a three-part agreement between the contractor, the organization requiring the bond (e.g. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |. EQUIPMENT |. General Management. Software & Technology. Accounting & Finance.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

INSURANCE |. Seminars and Tradeshows. I highly recommend that any contractor considering such an investment first consult with their CPA or tax specialist to discuss how Section 179 applies to their unique situation. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |. EQUIPMENT |. General Management. Green Building.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

INSURANCE |. Seminars and Tradeshows. This phase consists of consultation with Customers, Sales, Client Services, Quality Control, Programming and Management. This may involve continued consultations with those people previously interviewed. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |. EQUIPMENT |.