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Top 3 Tips for Improving Cash Flow as a Construction Contractor

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Construction companies face more cash flow challenges than just about any other industry. No two projects look the same, and even the best-prepared estimates give contractors and clients only a partial picture of the actual scope of work and the costs involved. Speed Up Receivables. Use Financing to Provide a Cushion.

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Top 3 Tips for Improving Cash Flow as a Construction Contractor

ProcurementExpress.com

Construction companies face more cash flow challenges than just about any other industry. No two projects look the same, and even the best-prepared estimates give contractors and clients only a partial picture of the actual scope of work and the costs involved. Speed Up Receivables. Use Financing to Provide a Cushion.

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Real-Time Work-in-Progress Figures — Construction’s Secret Weapon

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Work in progress figures might not sound like something you need to think much about. Yes, WIPs are considered current assets – meaning, accountants consider inventory assets to be current, as they are expected to turn into cash within the year. Slow Work in Progress Figures Just Don’t Work.

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Real-Time Work-in-Progress Figures — Construction’s Secret Weapon

ProcurementExpress.com

Work in progress figures might not sound like something you need to think much about. Yes, WIPs are considered current assets – meaning, accountants consider inventory assets to be current, as they are expected to turn into cash within the year. Slow Work in Progress Figures Just Don’t Work.

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How To Negotiate A Higher Credit Limit With Your Building Material Supplier

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Contractors trying to grow their business and take on larger projects often struggle to manage their cash flow to purchase the materials they need. Many contractors use trade credit to delay paying for materials and keep more cash in their pockets. Provide a plan.

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Construction Company Failure Root Causes

Contractor Bookkeeping

Working for customers instead of clients and not charging enough (The 80-20 Rule). Not using Additional Work Orders or Change Orders (Click For FREE Change Order Template). Cash flow issues kill contractors even though they have profit. Poor scheduling affects production and cash flow.

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Steps To Obtaining A Surety Bond

Contractor Bookkeeping

After you have obtained your bond, the surety will likely ask you to prepare quarterly schedules of work in progress. These indemnity agreements obligate the owners to protect the surety company from any loss or expense caused by the contractor’s failure to fulfill its bonded obligations on the project.