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The Contractor’s Corner – How can we get more from online marketing?
Fall 2018
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Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 430
Abstract: This issue’s “Contractor’s Corner” addresses the concern of a construction business owner who believes his competitors are doing a better job of reeling in customers via the Internet. As this article explains, online marketing efforts should start with the basics and build toward finding the most lucrative avenue for reaching customers.
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Deconstructing the TCJA’s deduction for business income
Fall 2018
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Word count: 656
Abstract: Although the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act was passed almost a year ago, the law continues to challenge tax experts and business owners alike as they try to implement strategies to suit the particulars of the act. One example is the new tax deduction for qualified business income that’s available to eligible owners of “pass-through entities,” including many construction companies. This article lays the groundwork for claiming the potentially valuable tax break.
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Why it’s a good idea to review your business plan
Fall 2018
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Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 540
Abstract: Most construction companies start out with a business plan: a road map that outlines goals and details how to achieve them. But once the business is up and running, this document tends to get buried in a file cabinet or on a hard drive. This article explains why contractors should regularly dig out their business plans and review them thoroughly.
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Dollars and sense – Tips on managing and reducing payroll costs
Fall 2018
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Word count: 924
Abstract: Every construction company must pay its employees, so payroll costs are unavoidable. But precisely how a contractor should go about paying his or her employees can change over time. This article reviews some tried and true ways to manage and even reduce the cost of payroll. A sidebar looks at five common payroll errors.
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The Contractor’s Corner – Which accounting system upgrades should I look for?
Summer 2018
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Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 463
Abstract: This issue’s “Contractor’s Corner” addresses the concern of a construction business owner who, admittedly, hasn’t done the best job keeping up his accounting system. Still, he doesn’t want to overspend on a system with features his company will never use. Using examples and explanation, this article points out some of the industry-specific features the contractor should focus on when looking to upgrade.
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Take a keen interest in your company’s insurance protection
Summer 2018
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Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 665
Abstract: Not many people wake up in the morning wanting to talk about insurance. But it’s important for contractors to take a keen and ongoing interest in their company’s coverage. This article looks at some important aspects of insurance that warrant regular re-evaluation ― including endorsements, exclusions, vehicle policies and disaster planning.
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Project management solutions may lie in the cloud
Summer 2018
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Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 555
Abstract: When project team members can’t easily obtain data, the result is often wasted time and duplicated efforts. To prevent this problem, many top-level contractors are using cloud-based project management systems. This article examines common roadblocks to project management and how these solutions can help.
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Construction accounting – Learn the ABCs of activity-based costing
Summer 2018
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Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 889
Abstract: A project may seem to be running right on budget, but how can a contractor know for sure whether it’s boosting profits or hurting the bottom line? One way to address such uncertainty is through an accounting process called activity-based costing (ABC). This article explains how ABC works and why it can both provide a clearer picture of job progress and help improve future estimates. A sidebar provides the four steps to create an ABC code.
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The Contractor’s Corner – Could a CRM system help me win more jobs?
Spring 2018
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Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 443
Abstract: This issue’s “Contractor’s Corner” addresses the concern of a contractor who’s grown weary of the messy, shared spreadsheet his company uses to track customer data. One potential solution is customer relationship management (CRM) software. As the article explains, a CRM system can help construction businesses better organize and more readily access data related to customers and prospects.
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Remember the BAA when working on public projects
Spring 2018
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Word count: 515
Abstract: Although the Buy American Act is hardly new, a presidential executive order issued in April 2017 has placed the law top of mind for contractors involved in public projects. And with a federal infrastructure bill possibly on the way, more contractors may be soon subject to the law. This article describes the act, along with its waiver process and potential consequences for noncompliance.
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Whipping up more profitable jobs with WIP reports
Spring 2018
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Word count: 667
Abstract: Depending on the size and nature of a construction company, job status reporting may be handled in a variety of ways. Usually, however, creating formalized work in progress (WIP) reports is the best way to go. This article discusses what’s in a WIP report and why these tools are so important to maintaining each job’s profitability.
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Tax planning – What contractors should know about bonus depreciation
Spring 2018
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Word count: 963
Abstract: As projects heat up, construction company owners often find they must buy additional equipment or other assets to remain competitive. In light of the recent tax law changes, it’s critical to “think taxes” when making these purchases. This article takes a deep dive into the important changes to the bonus depreciation tax break. A sidebar looks at a related break: Section 179 expensing.
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The Contractor’s Corner – How helpful are digital documents and e-signatures?
Winter 2018
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Word count: 442
Abstract: This issue’s “Contractor’s Corner” answers a query from a subcontractor about the often frustrating experience of submitting lien waivers and struggling to get paid. One elegant solution to this dilemma is digital documents equipped with electronic signature capabilities. This article discusses just how much this technology can help, as well as its legal ramifications.
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2018 surety outlook: No surprises, but slow industry growth
Winter 2018
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Word count: 685
Abstract: As a new calendar year unfolds, many contractors are no doubt wondering what, if anything, will change with their sureties. Although it doesn’t appear that any big surprises are in store, the state of the U.S. construction industry may affect bonding for some companies. This article explores industry forecasts and sureties’ potential response.
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Getting on board with off-site construction
Winter 2018
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Word count: 535
Abstract: For decades, manufacturers made stuff in a factory while contractors worked on the jobsite. But the line between these two industries is blurring. This article explores the growing trend of off-site construction, a model under which building components or even completed structures are manufactured in a factory and then transported to the job site for installation.
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Construction accounting update – New revenue recognition rules to “go live” soon
Winter 2018
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Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 978
Abstract: For privately held companies, Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers, is due to go live with annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2018. Contractors who follow GAAP need to be ready. This article covers how the rules will affect new construction, as well as renovation and installation projects. A sidebar looks at the important distinction between accounting rules and tax law.