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A knowledge base built for construction professionals. Brush up on the fundamentals, or dig deeper with advanced topics in financial and risk management.

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Fundamentals of Construction Finance & Risk

Build a solid foundation with the basics of financial and risk management in construction.

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Construction Risk Management: 5 Steps to Reduce & Mitigate Risk

Construction is a risky industry, with one of the highest...

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Introduction to Construction Accounting

Construction companies have to make difficult choices among many financial...

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A Contractor’s Guide to Construction Bonds

Many construction projects today require that contractors provide bonds. A...

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Types of Capital for Construction Businesses

Construction companies need capital to get off the ground, stay...


Construction Finance & Accounting

Learn how construction businesses effectively manage working capital, accounting processes, and company growth.

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7 Tips to Improve Accounts Payable in Construction

The importance of accurate accounts payable and other accounting records...

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The Construction Bidding Process Explained

Understanding how the construction bidding process works can help your...

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The 5 Key Types of Construction Contracts

There are five common types of construction contracts: lump sum...

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Contractor Financing: The Complete Guide

The financial success of a construction business depends largely on...

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Risk Management

Learn how to identify, mitigate, and manage the variety of risks construction businesses face in the industry.

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10 Common Construction Risks for Contractors & Owners

Construction is a tough, often volatile industry, with one of...

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Builder’s Risk vs. General Liability for Contractors: What’s the Difference?

Construction businesses need many different types of insurance to mitigate...

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Performance Bonds for Contstruction Explained

Performance bonds provide a guarantee that a contractor will fulfill...

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Contractor Bonds vs. Insurance: What to Know

As a contractor, it’s important to have the right protections...


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Lump Sum Contracts in Construction

A lump sum contract provides a fixed price for completing...

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What Is a General Contractor? 

In the construction industry, a general contractor is the person...

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Bidding on Government Construction Contracts: A Contractor’s Guide

Winning a government construction contract can be lucrative for contractors....

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9 Types of Construction Companies & What They Do

Whether it’s a family home, an apartment building, or a...

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