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Managing Cash Flow During the Slow Season

Construction Business Owner

Managing Cash Flow During the Slow Season ccapoccia Tue, 10/15/2024 - 21:09 T he very mention of fluctuating cash flow can cause anxiety for construction company owners. Without sufficient planning for a slow season, even seasoned businesses may find themselves in a cash crisis from time to time.

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4 Key Areas for Optimal Cash Flow Management

Construction Business Owner

Now facing the dual pressures of inflation and rising interest rates, the industry must also contend with labor issues that continue to constrict profit margins.

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3 cash flow forecasting tips for your next big construction project

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Effectively managing cash flow is critical for contractors’ success. Considering these complexities, it’s easy to understand why, throughout the life of a project, a variety of things can change — directly impacting the original cash flow forecast. Create Rolling Enterprise Cash Flow Forecasts.

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How to Determine Whether Your Clients Are Creditworthy

Construction Business Owner

Most construction companies operate with very tight cash flows. On the other hand, most commercial construction clients demand payment terms—essentially, credit—meaning the construction company must give the client up to 60 days to pay an invoice if the company chooses to work with the client.'

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How To Finance a Business: Short-Term vs. Long-Term

Construction Marketing

Commercial Real Estate Loans: These are loans used to purchase or refinance commercial property. The extended repayment period also allows your business to spread the costs over several years, improving cash flow and reducing the financial strain of large purchases. Another disadvantage is long-term commitment.

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How seasoned construction pros handle the cost of scaling up

Construction Dive

An upturn in home-buying and commercial development is a boon for the construction industry, but the pressure to grow can squeeze construction companies grappling with cash flow, expenses and expansion.

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How seasoned construction pros handle the cost of scaling up

Construction Dive

An upturn in home-buying and commercial development is a boon for the construction industry, but the pressure to grow can squeeze construction companies grappling with cash flow, expenses and expansion.

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