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#130:  Secured Lenders' Rights to Construction Contract Payments

NH Construction Law

It happens this way: A contractor or subcontractor borrows money from a lender, and as security for the loan it gives the lender an assignment of or lien on its receivables and contract rights. No one thinks to ask whether the contractor has pledged its receivables to secure a loan or line of credit.

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DD# 80: P6 Deep Dive: Underutilized Feature in P6

Cassell Construction Estimating

A document is any reference associated with an activity such as a drawing, test plan, change order, or user manual. The Private location allows for a level of security that affords only P6 client uses that have access to the specific project to see or launch the document in its native format. There are two types of locations.

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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. Karalynn also brought up the tendency of the industry to pass liability down the chain when drawing up contracts. The shifting of risk and liabilities is a very common practice when drafting contracts. Secured credit, on the other hand, is backed by collateral.

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iPhone and iPad Applications Best Suited for Construction Professionals

Construction Cost Estimating

In a most secure and reliable way, this application provides you with accessible information to make bid projects easier and timely. FingerCAD : FingerCAD is a CAD application for technical drawing with fingers assisted by computer. Through this application, the final design is saved and can be sent via e-mail or printed.

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What is Building Construction | Steps & Processes of Building Construction | Application of Building Construction | How to do Planning of Building Construction

CivilJungle

Step 2: Draft a Preliminary Plan: Utilization of S.M.A.R.T. & Also, Read: Standard Room Size | How to Draw House Plan Step By Step. Draft an initial plan: Use the S.M.A.R.T. There’s good job security: In case you haven’t heard, there’s a major shortage of skilled workers in the trades. & C.L.E.A.R.

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What are Simplified Acquisition of Base Engineer Requirements (SABER)

Building Information Management

Coefficients may include bands or ranges based on dollar levels, standard and non-standard hours, range or isolated site work, or work in secured areas. The level of architectural/drafting support performed by the contractor (not to be interpreted to mean A-E services); 3.5.3.1.6. The team can decide how many coefficients to use.

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7 Best Construction Work Jacket

Work Gearz

The hood is attached, and adjustable with a draw-cord closure. A secure pocket for media gadgets like your smartphone or MP3 player allows you to pass the cord through the jacket from within. . Two zip chest pockets, two lower front pockets and an inside chest pocket with hook, loop closure are designed to keep gear safe and secure.