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More Than Half of Buyers Now Put Down 20% or More

Pro Builder

Buyers hoping to distinguish themselves amongst a pool of bidders are increasingly putting down more cash and waiving inspection and appraisal contingencies, according to data from the National Association of Realtors. Rising down payments result in a drop of FHA and VA-issued mortgages, which insure zero and low down payment options.

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What Are the Legal Safeguards for Getting Back to Work?

Pro Builder

A discrimination claim could be more likely if an employee with the coronavirus charges that he or she felt stigmatized upon returning to work. Don’t Forget OSHA Inspections. That being said, OSHA hasn't been carrying out extensive inspections in relation to COVID-19, Travers says, though that practice could change.

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#67:  Paying Your Subcontractor's Employees

NH Construction Law

An insurance certificate showing that the sub has workers comp coverage should always be a prerequisite to allowing the sub to proceed. But even on private projects written subcontracts can reserve the right to inspect subcontractor payroll records. § 5.5(a)(6).)

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Job Order Contracting – Best Practices Implementation

Building Information Management

Taxes, insurance, fringe benefits, and vacation allowances are to be included in the Contractor’s coefficient. The Owner reserves the right to inspect such off- site work at any. The Owner will perform the contract administration associated with the until work completion, including the final inspection and acceptance.

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New Maryland Real Estate Laws from the 2020 Legislative Session

Green Building Law Update

Historic Discrimination. The Acts apply prospectively to all policies of property and casualty insurance issued, delivered, or renewed in the State to a condominium council of unit owners on or after October 1, 2020. House Bill 1077 (Ch. Senate Bill 175/House Bill 108 (Chs. Senate Bill 175/House Bill 108 (Chs. Senate Bill 472 (Ch.

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