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Real-Time Work-in-Progress Figures — Construction’s Secret Weapon

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WIP figures refer to products that are part-way through the production or assembly process. In the construction industry, WIPs cover the raw materials, plus labor and overhead, used as part of a project. Meaning, they’ve likely paid for most of the materials, labor, and overhead a while back. That’s accounting’s job, right?

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Real-Time Work-in-Progress Figures — Construction’s Secret Weapon

ProcurementExpress.com

WIP figures refer to products that are part-way through the production or assembly process. In the construction industry, WIPs cover the raw materials, plus labor and overhead, used as part of a project. Meaning, they’ve likely paid for most of the materials, labor, and overhead a while back. That’s accounting’s job, right?

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Reliable Construction Cost Estimating

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Construction supervision, and general office overhead, as well as any other costs should also be itemized separately. Actual expenses may be much lower or much higher than those forecasted. Considerations of crew composition, availability, and productivity, among others, also need to be addressed and fully defined.

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How to Start a Roofing Business: 9 Tips to Grow & Thrive

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We have a contractor licensing guide for every state you can refer to — as many states do require specific licensing for roofing businesses. New businesses can leverage technology, automation, and lower overhead costs to compete with existing businesses. Other overhead costs include marketing, technology (software, a website, etc.),

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How to Start a Plumbing Business: 9 Tips for Growth

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We have a contractor licensing guide for every state you can refer to — as many states do require specific licensing for plumbing businesses. Even without a dedicated accountant, you can use a cash flow forecast to predict your cash needs for the upcoming week, month, or year. Keep reading: Contractor’s guide to profit and overhead.

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How to Start a Painting Business: 9 Keys to Growth & Success

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We have a contractor licensing guide for every state you can refer to. Even without a dedicated accountant, you can use a cash flow forecast to predict your cash needs for the upcoming week, month, or year. Keep reading: Contractor’s guide to profit and overhead. Oh, and you do want to make a profit, right?

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How to Start an Electrical Business: 9 Tips for Growth

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We have a contractor licensing guide for every state you can refer to — as many states do require specific licensing for electrical businesses. Even without a dedicated accountant, you can use a cash flow forecast to predict your cash needs for the upcoming week, month, or year. Keep reading: Contractor’s guide to profit and overhead.