Pro Builder

MAY 10, 2021

FEMA Moves to Improve Flood Insurance Program. NAHB Policy Brief | The next phase of the National Flood Insurance Program is supposed to better reflect the actual risks to properties; builder confidence increased during April. . Implementation was originally slated to begin in 2020, but was pushed back to Oct.

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Pro Builder

MARCH 1, 2021

An increasing number of first-time buyers opted for conventional, conforming loans rather than FHA-insured mortgages in January. In 2020, 57% of first-time buyers chose conventional financing—a 5% jump from 2019. NAR says FHA financing can often be more expensive due to the mortgage insurance.

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ENR Construction

MAY 11, 2023

of America is suing the City of Chicago and the Metropolitan Water Reclamation Distirct for $26 million in damages caused when more than 1 million gallons of water flooded into Willis Tower during a 2020 rain storm. Travelers Property Casualty Co.

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Construction Junkie

OCTOBER 21, 2020

This article is part of Construction Junkie’s coverage of Groundbreak 2020 , Procore’s annual technology conference. Sage Intacct Construction Officially announced in March of 2020, Sage Intacct Construction gets its name from a combination of “internet” and “accounting,” as that’s precisely what it is. Find Sage at Groundbreak 2020.

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Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Achieving favorable terms in a hard property & casualty insurance market. Mon, 11/23/2020 - 19:11. They work with construction clients to bridge the gap between their liabilities and protecting their assets while bringing innovative vision to insurance broking to solve a company’s risk challenges. Greg Ragsdale.

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Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 30, 2023

supplied various services in 2020, and the numbers continue to grow every year, making it more challenging for hiring clients to choose the right contractors for their business. These can relate to your insurance, financial stability, safety records, etc. Roughly 738,281 contractor companies in the U.S.

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NH Construction Law

JULY 26, 2020

“May unintentionally faulty subcontractor work that damages an insured’s work product constitute an ‘accident’ under a commercial general liability insurance policy?” 2020 WL 3527909 (June 29, 2020). 2020 WL 3527909 (June 29, 2020). Mechanical Contractors, Inc. 2d 871, 880 (Fla.

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ENR Construction

DECEMBER 17, 2020

In last delayed 2020 filing, contractor reported a revenue shortfall linked to COVID-19 but better-than-expected profit; new ruling impacts firm's $300M pollution coverage fight with insurer

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Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Tue, 11/17/2020 - 09:55. A Carolina home builder teamed up with an insurance expert to help builders figure out each step of their plan for when a worker gets injured. Lower Workers' Compensation Costs by Having a Plan. cbroderick. When that happens, there should be another plan in place. Read more to see what they suggest.

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Safety Services Company

OCTOBER 16, 2023

ISNetworld® In 2020, roughly 738,281 contractor companies in the United States supplied various services. You must upload 3 years of OSHA logs, Insurance (COI & EMR), and Safety programs (RAVS®). Hiring contractor management services will help you address requirements across various industries.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

SmartAsset compared all 50 states to rank the best place for homeownership based on such factors as value appreciation, home value to household income ratio, the average cost of annual insurance, property taxes, burglary rate, and five other metrics. per 100,000 residents) and fifth-lowest average annual homeowners insurance ($773).

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Pro Builder

JUNE 17, 2020

Wed, 06/17/2020 - 10:29. Top 10 Most Livable Small Cities in the U.S. . Since urban centers became coronavirus hotspots, small cities, towns, and suburbs are trending. SmartAsset rounded up the most livable small cities in America and found small cities that have similar amenities to large ones can be attractive, less-dense options.

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Safety Services Company

AUGUST 21, 2020

Insurance companies use the number to assess the cost of injuries and future risks. When this happens, your insurer raises your insurance premium to mitigate risk. When figuring the EMR, insurance analysts review the claims history of companies in specific industries. you will pay about 20% more for insurance.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 5, 2023

In 2022, Singapore recorded 46 workplace fatalities, a stark increase from the 37 recorded in 2021, 30 in 2020 and 39 in 2019. Showcasing this ability to insurance providers can help reduce insurance premiums and allow builders to divert funds to other more pressing issues such as worker compensation.

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Pro Builder

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Mon, 12/07/2020 - 06:00. While there are several cyber risks to monitor, ransomware and business email compromise attacks are two of the most common challenges we see contractors faced within our roles at Sentry Insurance. Is Your Construction Team Prepared for Cyber Risks? Ransomware. An extortion demand is then made by the attacker.

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ENR Construction

APRIL 28, 2020

Alfa Insurance is planning to construct the Alabama Farm Center at Alfa Centennial Park in Clanton.

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Pro Builder

JANUARY 12, 2021

But even with the bonus cash, 43% of unemployment insurance income goes to rent, which is better than the 81.2% million fewer jobs in these industries in November 2020 (11.6 million) than there were in March 2020 (13.7 with only state unemployment. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were 2.1 Read More. .

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Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

Tue, 11/10/2020 - 09:47. cities to find the most livable mid-sized cities for 2020. Overland Park is tied for 19th in terms of July 2020 unemployment rate, coming in at 6.6%. The city also places 31st for the percentage of residents without health insurance, at 5.2%. The Best Mid-Size Cities for Buyers. cbroderick.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Utah’s population grew more than 18% between 2010 and 2020, making it the fastest-growing U.S. The only people who have figured out are the [actuaries], the people who have to calculate the cost of insuring these properties,” said Kelman, who has led Redfin for about 15 years. state in that time period, according to the Census Bureau.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020

Fri, 09/11/2020 - 09:25. Indiana additionally ranks well for its low property taxes, closing costs and homeowners insurance. Meanwhile, average closing costs ($2,627) and average annual homeowners insurance ($901) are the second- and seventh-lowest, respectively. Top 10 States for Homeowners. cbroderick.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 20, 2021

Low-maintenance, a strong warranty and reduced long-term homeowner insurance rates all come into play when making a roof decision. In Atlanta last year, builder Chris Davis had to make the decision of what roofing material to use on the high-profile 2020 Home for the Holidays Showhouse presented by Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles magazine.

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Pro Builder

JANUARY 18, 2021

2020 will go down as the most unpredictable year many of us have ever experienced,” said Colorado Springs-area Realtor Patrick Muldoon in comments accompanying the report. El Paso County, where Colorado Springs is located, saw the average listing lasting 17 days, down from 33 days a year prior. to $380,000. Read More. . Housing Markets.

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Thu, 10/22/2020 - 10:36. A few reasons they should be a part of smart home tech offerings: • Reduce the chance of water damage, which is 7 times more likely to occur than fire damage, according to Insurance Information Institute. Why Builders Should Offer Leak Detectors.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

Thu, 09/24/2020 - 09:50. The affordability for an average wage worker is determined by the income needed for monthly mortgage payments, property taxes, and insurance on an average-priced home with a 20% down payment. Current Home Prices Are Too Costly for Average Homeowner. cbroderick. This is a 54% increase from one year ago.

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Federal Reserve officials are attributing consumer price increases to supply chain constraints and increased consumer demand as the economy steadily reopens after the wild ups and downs of 2020. . in September, the largest monthly gain since April 2020. in September, after a 0.1% increase in August. in September, after a 0.1%

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Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

Tue, 11/03/2020 - 09:17. Homeowners will know when there are any water leaks, which showed a 96% decrease in paid water leak insurance claim, according to Residential Tech Today. Lennar Now Offering Smart Water Tech for New Homes. cbroderick. Homeowners will be able to track their water data through an app for their smartphones. . “At

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Thu, 10/29/2020 - 07:20. The Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) conducted a hurricane-force, wind-driven rain demonstration on January 9, 2020, to show the water resistance of a FORTIFIED Roof ™ built with a ZIP System Roof Assembly. Zip System™ Roof Assembly Stays Dry in Hurricane Conditions. kcichowicz.

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Levelset

APRIL 15, 2022

The company was honored in 2020 by local newspaper City Business as part of their “Excellence in Construction and Real Estate” class. Taking a closer look at the terms of a typical contract will provide you with important information about insurance, safety, dispute resolution, and more. Mayer Building Company overview.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Mon, 09/28/2020 - 11:57. It has been reported that 41% of construction managers cite the effects of the pandemic on their workforce as one of the top three biggest concerns in 2020 … and leaders are thinking about how to create safe, healthy, and COVID-secure working environments while simultaneously driving team motivation. .

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Pro Builder

JANUARY 6, 2021

As of the fourth quarter of 2020, only 41% of counties nationwide are affordable to become a homeowner for Americans making the country’s average salary. From there, the cost of mortgage payments, taxes, and insurance were calculated. Less Than Half of All U.S. Counties are Affordable for Homeownership. cbroderick.

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Pro Builder

JANUARY 12, 2023

According to data from title Insurance company First American, from 2000 until the beginning of the pandemic in 2020, on average, new homes made up 11% of total housing inventory. Today, that share has climbed to 29% as existing homeowners stay put and homebuilders increase their production of new home inventory.

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Wed, 10/07/2020 - 09:29. After overpaying for their last home and battling with their insurance company over their losses, the Senanders were determined not to lose the home they'd moved into only two years earlier. Wildfires' Effect on California Housing Market. cbroderick.

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 26, 2020

Wed, 08/26/2020 - 10:35. The confluence of two potential clusters of major disasters, at a time when the nation's economy is reeling from a coronavirus-fueled recession, means that the typical resources for recovery, from housing to insurance adjusters to people's personal finances, will be spread thin.

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Pro Builder

JUNE 5, 2020

Fri, 06/05/2020 - 09:27. Owners and operators rely on rental income to pay employee payroll, mortgages, taxes and insurance. Rental Communities Prepare for a Safe Reopening. Residents’ ability to pay their rent is being closely monitored to maintain continuity of essential services.

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Pro Builder

JANUARY 7, 2022

States across over three quarters of the nation are reporting less affordability for single-family homes, the highest total in 13 years and a 39% change from 2020. Median-priced, single-family homes are outpacing rental rates and shrinking the affordability gap between homeowner and tenant, says CNBC. Single-family rents also increased 10.9%

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MAY 16, 2016

commercial real estate assets and residential purchases excluding new development projects, however, could still total at least $218 billion, cumulatively, from 2016 through 2020. Beyond 2020, Chinese investment in U.S. Chinese direct investment across existing U.S.

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 5, 2022

in 2020 occurred on construction jobsites, and between 25% and 30% of those deaths were related to home building activities, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the National Association of Home Builders ( NAHB ). in 2020 occurred on construction jobsites. Scott Smith, Selective Insurance Group.

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