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Accounting for Retention Receivable & Payable: A Contractor’s Guide

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Construction projects rely on contractors completing the work they started and meeting the design intent. Mehdian recommends companies use software specifically designed to track retention. Debit Credit Income $100,000 Accounts receivable $90,000 Retention receivable $10,000.

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9 Tips for Starting an Architecture Firm

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These tips are well-tested and designed to get your architecture company off to a successful start. Most architects start their own firms because they want to spend more time being creative and expressing their design ideas. Make sure that you have a realistic expectation of how much design work you’ll be able to do.

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The 40 Best Construction Podcasts

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The Lien Zone. A team of construction lawyers provides knowledge about different legal issues in the construction industry such as construction and engineering contracts, mechanics’ liens, insurance. Design and marketing podcast. They talk about how to build your industry using the right marketing, communication and sales tools.

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A Cash Flow Guide for Architects

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Let’s take a look at the basics of cash flow and how architects can budget their expenses and forecast their income to stay in good financial standing. For custom residential design, Gray recommends 8% to 15% of the cost of the project as the design fee , depending on the complexity and scope of work. Cash flow basics.

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Unique Tips To Reduce Construction Company Start Up Stress

Contractor Bookkeeping

Tax Advantages For LLC or a Sub S - The profit or loss from your business is passed through to the owners as normal income. Since the LLC or Sub S does not pay state or federal income tax (as separate business entities), you may be able to save money over a Sole Proprietorship; no double taxation.

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New Contractor Business Start Up

Contractor Bookkeeping

Tax Advantages For LLC or a Sub S - The profit or loss from your business is passed through to the owners as normal income. Since the LLC or Sub S does not pay state or federal income tax (as separate business entities), you may be able to save money over a Sole Proprietorship; no double taxation.

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We Reduce Construction Company Start Up Stress

Contractor Bookkeeping

Tax Advantages For LLC or a Sub S - If you do not setup your corporation correctly the profit or loss from your business will be passed through to the owners as normal income. Partnerships Are The Only Ships - Designed to sink. All large income and expenses go through one account and keep the debit card in your personal safe.