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Carpenter’s Insurance: Who Needs It & Why

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There are many policies that apply to a carpenter, but a simple business owner’s policy can include property damage and liability coverage. If a third party gets injured on a job, liability coverage helps pay the cost of legal defense if you get sued for the accident. . Does a carpenter need insurance?

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A Plumbing Contractor’s Guide to Insurance Coverage

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In this respect, general liability insurance or workers’ compensation could help cover those costs if an incident should occur. . Liability for damage. A plumbing contractor’s insurance policy may include one or both of these components: liability and property damage. A GL policy offers a wide range of protection.

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Insurance for HVAC Contractors: What It Covers and Why You Need It

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Liability insurance will help cover expenses for damage to someone else’s property and/or legal costs if another party decides to file a lawsuit. The contract may ask that each sub carry a liability amount of $2 million, for example. The policy includes two main components that help protect the financial standing of the business.

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Obtaining the Proper Bonding for Government Jobs

Construction Business Owner

Other common reports bonding agents will look at include income statements, balance sheets, statements of cash flow, and job specific invoice aging reports. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. foundation. foundation software. These reports are great indicators of a company’s financial viability.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

If a business is unprofitable in 2011, and has no taxable income to use the deduction, that business can elect to use 100% Bonus Depreciation and carry-forward to a year when the business is profitable. Public Exposure and Liability on Construction Sites. foundation. foundation software. Wally Evans Blog. Recent Posts.

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Service Agreements Can Improve Contractors Cash Flow And Profits

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The Balance Sheet is the summary report which shows all of the assets minus the liabilities which equals the "Book Value" or owner''s equity. Owner’s equity is in theory what would be left over if you liquidated the company, sold the assets and paid all of the debts or liabilities. Keep The Service Agreement Cash Separate.

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Construction Bookkeeping Unique Features

Contractor Bookkeeping

Assets - Liabilities) = Equity. -. Breakeven - Is fairly easy to calculate because there is a direct relationship between income and expenses on every item. They form the foundation of a Business Process Improvement Plan and Construction Business Strategy. Chart of Accounts Insurance Liability. Cash On Hand.