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Types of Capital for Construction Businesses

Levelset

Several different types of capital — working capital , debt capital , and equity capital — are common in the construction industry. Construction businesses may have equipment, materials, or technology that function as capital, too. . Debt capital. 3 types of capital for construction. Working capital.

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SEC Charges Mining Company with Misleading Investors in its ESG Disclosures

Green Building Law Update

Securities and Exchange Commission last month charged Vale S.A., By allegedly manipulating those disclosures, Vale compounded the social and environmental harm caused by the Brumadinho dam’s tragic collapse and undermined investors’ ability to evaluate the risks posed by Vale’s securities.”. The SEC’s complaint, filed in U.S.

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What You Should Know Before Taking a Construction Loan

Construction Marketing

It covers land acquisition costs, building materials, construction permits, labor, contingency and interest reserves, closing costs, and plans. The construction loan approval process is usually very rigorous, since the loan isn’t secured and doesn’t involve collateral.

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Digital Builder Podcast Ep 22: How Specialty Contractors Can Navigate Contracts & Get Paid On Time

Autodesk Construction Cloud

The difference between secured and unsecured debts. What this tries to do is shift the risk of material price increases to the general contractor, and then from the general to the subs.”. The GMP contract can cause challenges if it doesn’t allow contractors to increase what they’re charging when material costs rise.

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Phases of Commercial Real Estate Development

Construction Marketing

You must secure financing for the project. This phase includes determining the project’s scope, selecting materials, and determining the necessary permits and approvals. The developer may also be responsible for arranging to finance the project, which can consist of a combination of equity and debt.

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Declare Your Independence From Subpar Construction Software

Viewpoint Construction Technology

This Fourth of July, as America celebrates a young 242 years as a free nation, you might be tempted to think of other things you’d like to break free from — debt, social drama, jury duty or perhaps work-related stress. Effectively tracks and manages construction equipment and materials.

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PACE Bill Due in Baltimore City

Green Building Law Update

The concept is not new, but nationally including in Maryland, “residential” PACE programs were put on hold as a result of a directive in 2011 that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac refrain from purchasing mortgage loans secured by properties with outstanding PACE obligations.

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