construction

Dispute Prevention Tips for Contractors

For contractors running small and midsize construction businesses, even a single major conflict can turn an otherwise profitable job into a financial loss. The good news is that most disagreements…

Preparing Your Construction Business for Sale

Selling your construction business is likely one of the biggest financial moves you’ll ever make. And you’ll probably have only one opportunity to get it right. To maximize your return…

5 Questions Contractors Should Ask About Their Accounting Systems

As construction companies grow, their accounting systems need to evolve right along with them. What worked in the early years may no longer provide the visibility or functionality necessary for…

Updated QOZ Program May Boost Construction Activity

The federal Qualified Opportunity Zone (QOZ) program incentivizes investment in designated low-income communities (or “zones”) across the United States. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) updated the program and…

Exploring an ESOP for Your Construction Business

Every company is a team effort, but construction businesses really depend on teamwork. Everyone must come together to win profitable jobs, complete them to the highest quality and quickly move…

How the OBBBA Changes the Depreciation Game

Like most construction businesses, yours probably invests in physical assets regularly. These may include equipment, vehicles, and computing devices and software. If so, you’ve probably been keeping an eye on…

Tax Planning: C Corporation Owners May Face IRS Scrutiny

Construction is a high-risk industry. Many contractors convert their businesses to C corporations to avoid personal liability for financial claims against their companies. Although doing so makes sense from a…

Construction & Real Estate Loan Forgiveness — What You Need to Know

In today’s challenging real estate and construction landscape, many borrowers face pressure on loans tied to property development, investment, and rental operations. When the market shifts, property values fall, and…

Contractors: How’s Your Succession Plan Coming Along?

A 2024 survey conducted by consultancy FMI in partnership with the Construction Financial Management Association found that 58% of contractors who responded didn’t have an “ownership transition plan” in place.…

How Contractors Can Push Back Against High Materials Costs

Rising materials costs have become a persistent challenge for construction companies of all sizes. But they hit small- to mid-sized businesses especially hard. Your profit margins can quickly shrink or…