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How Just-in-Time Land Deals Help Manage Cash Flow

Pro Builder

How Just-in-Time Land Deals Help Manage Cash Flow. But one thing that certainly hasn't changed is that home builders need land to sustain their businesses. Fri, 06/12/2020 - 05:00. Why putting too many financial eggs in a long-term land basket may not be the most nimble move for home builders right now. Justin Onorato. .

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COVID 19 Commercial Building Liability

Green Building Law Update

.” It is widely accepted that while a property owner owes a duty to exercise ordinary care to keep the premises in a reasonably safe condition, it is not the insurer of the invitee’s safety. Moreover, an invitee cannot maintain a negligence suit merely from a showing that an injury was sustained in the defendant’s building.

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COVID-19 Liability for Building Owners

Green Building Law Update

It is widely accepted that while a property owner owes a duty to exercise ordinary care to keep the premises in a reasonably safe condition, it is not the insurer of the invitee’s safety. Moreover, an invitee cannot maintain a negligence suit merely from a showing that an injury was sustained in the defendant’s building.

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Green Buildings are Subsidizing Conventional Buildings Stymying Climate Progress

Green Building Law Update

The financial value of green buildings is well documented, from commanding higher rents, greater occupancy rates, and increased occupant satisfaction, to lower operating costs for everything from reduced insurance premiums and less energy utilized, easily resulting in an increased return on investment of more than 9% over conventional building.

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Innovative Roofing Options for A More Sustainable Home

BRIKS Design-Build Group

Sustainability is the trend in home design these days – and it’s not difficult to see why. Also, for a world that’s racing against the possible adverse effects of global warming, reducing a home’s environmental footprint is a big deal. 8 Sustainable Residential Roofing Options. Metal Roof. Are You Ready for a Greener Home?

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Recovery time: The rewards for community/association service

Construction Marketing Ideas

Sponsors paid $300 each for a dinner ticket and the opportunity to find business at the CSC Ottawa Economics of Sustainability evening. Undoubtedly, we’re getting business from the deal. A young insurance broker approached a local construction association asking how he could help. They indeed attracted customers.

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HUD Jumpstarts PACE Financing for Homes

Green Building Law Update

a lien) that is superior to the FHA-insured mortgage for delinquent regularly scheduled PACE special assessment payments. lien) superior to the FHA-insured mortgage for the full outstanding PACE obligation at any time (i.e., The guidance describes it as, the property may only become subject to an enforceable claim (i.e.,

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