How Contractors Can Start Taking Advantage of Tax Reform
As the corporate tax deadline for returns on extensions comes and goes, some contractors can start to take advantage of recent changes to the tax codes.
How to Respond to an IRS Notice
The majority of IRS correspondence, whether a letter or notice, involves either a collection or examination matter. Although many of the letters and notices can have the same basic look and contain similar language, there are key distinctions that must be considered when responding.
M&A Activity High in the Construction Industry
The M&A and private equity space offer new avenues for construction firms to divest, diversify and grow. These opportunities should continue to be an attractive option while the economy is strong.
Six Tax and Surety Considerations for the New Lease Accounting Standard
Contractors should discuss how changing accounting methods, tax planning and complying with the lease accounting standard will impact current and future surety agreements and debt covenants.
Solutions to Common Red Flags in Construction Cost Estimating
The essence of estimating is counting things, applying prices to those things and putting “a number in the box,” which is more difficult than it sounds. Here are a few common problems in cost estimating and best practices to avoid them.
Top Challenges Driving Low Optimism Among Construction CEOs
Five in seven construction CEOs expect to increase revenue in the year ahead, but they also have underlying concerns about sustained growth.
Create a Succession Plan That Includes the CFO
Typically, a succession plan focuses on the CEO and operational management positions. It is rare, but important, to have a succession plan for the CFO as well.
Improve Project Delivery With Blockchain Technology
Blockchain has a place in the construction industry. Builders that can adapt the protocol (or at least learn more about it) will be more prepared when the technology goes from being the exception to the rule.
