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The Difference Between A Construction Accountant And A Tax Accountant

Contractor Bookkeeping

How often have you hired someone with the expectation that they know how construction works, and then you found out they did not know about it? You are a master in the construction industry, so you recognize what to look for in your particular field and quickly observe if someone has the skillsets, and you proceed accordingly. You know what happens when you send your best Rough Carpenter that you pay piece work for framing spec from the ground up in all kinds of weather and working conditions to

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What’s WRONG with Federal Facilities Mangement?

Job Order Contracting

What’s wrong with federal facilities management? EVERTHING. FACT #1 – National security is negatively impacted by the lack of effective/efficient facilities lifecycle management. FACT #2 – Lack of a lifecycle total cost of ownership approach in support of federal agency/department missions. FACT #3 – No set of quantitive key performance indicators exists or is required with respect for federal facilities lifecycle management.

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Announcing our Viewpoint For Projects and Microsoft 365 integration

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Introducing live edits and collaboration within Viewpoint For Projects

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Construction material prices back on the rise

Construction Dive

An elevated producer price index indicates the economy remains overheated, said Anirban Basu, chief economist of Associated Builders and Contractors.

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Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP

As the use of Enterprise Resource Planning systems in the construction industry is critical to optimizing operations, it's critical that decision makers conduct a thorough software evaluation to find the one that best aligns to their needs.

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Affordable Housing Tiny Home Community Breaks Ground in Chatham County

Pro Builder

Affordable Housing Tiny Home Community Breaks Ground in Chatham County ldeakins Fri, 02/17/2023 - 12:24 Local non-profit XDS, Inc. joins forces with Garman Homes to provide inclusive housing for veterans and individuals suffering from mental illness and other conditions Garman Homes , a Cary-based homebuilder, is partnering with XDS, Inc. (Cross Disability Services, Inc.), a nonprofit operating out of Pittsboro, North Carolina, to build a new development community providing affordable housing

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Gold Heat Partners With HomeAid to Provide Comfortable Housing for People in Need

Pro Builder

Gold Heat Partners With HomeAid to Provide Comfortable Housing for People in Need ldeakins Fri, 02/17/2023 - 11:51 Gold Heat recently announced that it will support HomeAid as an in-kind partner in the nonprofit developer's plans to build safe and dignified housing situations for those in need Gold Heat , a custom electric radiant floor heating system manufacturer, recently announced its partnership with HomeAid , a leading nonprofit developer of housing and programmatic facilities for people e

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Granite reports higher profits but stumbles on accounting again

Construction Dive

A missed $12 million tax accrual will cause the California contractor to restate its books for the second time in two years.

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St. Louis Signing Day Celebrates Students Pursuing Technical Careers

Pro Builder

St. Louis Signing Day Celebrates Students Pursuing Technical Careers ldeakins Fri, 02/17/2023 - 12:29 Students at North Technical High School in St. Louis recently signed their letters of intent to launch their careers in the skilled trades Similar to National Signing Day for student athletes, North Technical High School in St. Louis had its own Signing Day for carpentry "tech-letes" involved in trade apprenticeships.

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AECOM Wins PM Contract for Dallas Fair Park Upgrades

ENR Construction

City voters passed a ballot measure last year to boost hotel occupancy taxes to generate $300 million for some upgrades to park known for hosting the State Fair of Texas

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The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide

Choosing the right procurement software is a crucial step in ensuring third-party risk management, process governance, and bidding efficiency. With so many procurement solutions to choose from, it can be overwhelming without a frame of reference and a solid starting point. This free buyer’s guide will cover: Benefits of Procurement Software –– Why do you need it?

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Despite a Cooler Market at the Start of 2023, Rents Are Still Rising in These U.S. Metros

Pro Builder

Despite a Cooler Market at the Start of 2023, Rents Are Still Rising in These U.S. Metros ldeakins Fri, 02/17/2023 - 10:16 Asking rents fell gradually from December to January, but a few popular metro areas are still recording strong monthly gains After three months of declines to close out 2022, asking rents fell at a slower pace in January, though a continued market correction contradicts seasonal expectations at a time when rent growth typically picks up steam.

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Dragons and daylight: Maximizing sunlight and climate control with TDDs

Construction Specifier

Photos courtesy Dennis Poon By Benjamin Oman For four-year-old Nakal and eight-year-old Berani, two Komodo dragons, the comforts of home have been difficult to reproduce where they reside: in the rainy, gray region of the Pacific Northwest. The pair, born in the tropical climate of Indonesia, share a unique set of environmental needs that have challenged the construction of their living space for years.

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Residential Contractors Are ‘Cautiously Optimistic’ About a 2023 Rebound

Pro Builder

Residential Contractors Are ‘Cautiously Optimistic’ About a 2023 Rebound ldeakins Fri, 02/17/2023 - 10:11 Despite persistent affordability challenges, builders are looking ahead to a strong year for the residential construction sector in 2023 Despite high construction costs and mortgage rate volatility on the horizon, residential contractors are optimistic about new-construction projects in 2023.

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OSHA Withdraws Effort to Revoke Arizona Job Safety Plan

ENR Construction

Arizona officials adopted rules and passed laws to achieve compliance with national safety requirements.

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Stop Making These Mistakes and Start Scaling Your Specialty Contractor Business

Anything that is built on a poor foundation will soon crumble from the ground up. This is literally the case in the construction stage of projects and it applies just the same during the pre-construction stage. This free eBook is your ultimate guide to scaling your business with customizable software as early as during the bidding stage.

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Single-Family Housing Starts Slowed in January, but Builder Sentiment Remains High

Pro Builder

Single-Family Housing Starts Slowed in January, but Builder Sentiment Remains High ldeakins Fri, 02/17/2023 - 10:21 Single-family production recorded a slow start to 2023, but home builders are optimistic about improved market conditions later in the year Overall housing starts fell 4.5% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.31 million units in January as elevated mortgage rates and high construction costs created ongoing challenges for builders.

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Army Announces Changes in Senior Corps of Engineers Positions

ENR Construction

Changes include new deputy chief of engineers, the Corps' No. 2 position.

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Higher Inflation Caused Uptick in National Mortgage Delinquency Rate in Q4 2022

Pro Builder

Higher Inflation Caused Uptick in National Mortgage Delinquency Rate in Q4 2022 ldeakins Fri, 02/17/2023 - 10:37 A growing number of Americans fell behind on monthly mortgage payments at the close of 2022 due to inflationary pressures and a weaker economy Inflationary pressures in the fourth quarter of 2022 led to a 51 basis point increase in the delinquency rate for mortgage loans on one- to four-unit residential properties, a sharp jump from the previous quarter following slower hiring and r

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ENR Shortlists Project of the Year Finalists Among Its 'Best of the Best'

ENR Construction

A key transit link, a collaboratively built hospital facility and a new event space at a historic temple are in the running for top recognition in project execution and impact

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The Specialty Contractor's Guide to Job Cost Accounting

Supply chain challenges and rising material costs are forcing specialty contractors to pay more for what they need to complete each job. Following a simple set of principles, this easy-to-follow guide can help you manage job costs, ease the pains of accounting, and run a more profitable businesses. If you are a Specialty Contractor or Self-performing GC, you do not want to miss out on this essential guide!

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Why Your Website Isn't Getting Enough Leads, and How to Fix It

Pro Builder

Why Your Website Isn't Getting Enough Leads, and How to Fix It ibush Fri, 02/17/2023 - 12:05 If you need to increase website engagement and aren't getting many leads despite spending money to boost site traffic, take these steps For home building marketers, wondering why website visitors aren't converting to leads is a common concern. Simply being confident that your company is unique compared with the competition is not enough; you need to communicate that value and expertise.

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AECOM Wins Program Management Contract for Dallas' Fair Park

ENR Construction

The park known for hosting the State Fair of Texas is planning a slate of work expected to last into 2027.

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Fastenmaster Teams With Industry Leader to Educate High School Students About Deck Building

Pro Builder

Fastenmaster Teams With Industry Leader to Educate High School Students About Deck Building ldeakins Fri, 02/17/2023 - 12:37 Fastenmaker recently joined forces with the Great Lakes Deck Company of Rochester, Michigan to provide hands-on training for high school students interested in deck building As part of its PROConnections Trade School Program, which connects trade schools with professional contractors to encourage students to pursue careers in construction, FastenMaster recently teamed with

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ENR Midwest Names Owner of the Year

ENR Construction

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Report: Optimism for Construction Growth in the Next Year Remains High

Research reveals 96% of respondents are very or fairly optimistic about their organization’s growth prospects for the next year. The InEight Global Capital Projects Outlook also finds over half see digital technology as the greatest growth opportunity. But these are only some of the findings. Don't be kept in the dark when it comes to the future. Read the report today!

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LIFE’S GOOD AWARD Winners Present Warm-Hearted Tech Solutions for a Better Future

Pro Builder

LIFE’S GOOD AWARD Winners Present Warm-Hearted Tech Solutions for a Better Future ldeakins Fri, 02/17/2023 - 12:43 LG's LIFE'S GOOD AWARD winners presented innovations focused on environmental sustainability and accessibility LG Electronics (LG) recently announced the final winner of its LIFE’S GOOD AWARD, supporting global innovators taking on challenges to help create a Better Life for All.

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Geo Week Events Call for Action on Climate, Workflow, Diversity in Geotechnical Disciplines

ENR Construction

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3 good practices for efficient wind farm construction projects

Lets Build

It’s been a great couple of years for wind farm construction projects —Africa, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East have all had more onshore wind installations than ever before. And while wind farm construction shares many of the same qualities as other projects, it also comes with some unique challenges. When it comes to wind energy construction and development, there’s no single best practice, but there are many good practices you can follow.