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Ignited by the pandemic, interest in the “onshoring” of manufacturing, has resulted in the current construction boom. Suddenly, it seems, top notch, modern facilities cannot be built fast enough. Indeed, analysts report that manufacturing is…
Read Moreabout Onshoring: Building for Manufacturing

  It goes without saying that safety is an ongoing priority for everyone in construction, but given the federal dollars flowing into infrastructure work across the country, OSHA is stepping up attention to safety—and directing…
Read Moreabout Safety First: New Resources

  While it is important for everyone to have a plan for aging, those embarking on the journey alone—sojourners—arguably need to be the most proactive about putting plans in place. Perhaps the most challenging aspect…
Read Moreabout Aging Solo? Appoint A Fiduciary

  Although executors are designated when a Last Will and Testament is created, they do not officially undertake their duties until appointed at the onset of probate proceedings. In some states, including New Jersey, probate…
Read Moreabout Appointed In Surrogate Court: Executors

  With workers reporting heightened fears about not having enough income to retire, plan sponsors are becoming increasingly active with retirement plan design. Specifically, a new survey by PGIM finds that plan sponsors are educating…
Read Moreabout Where Do You Stand?

  So far, 2023 has not been a great ride for plan sponsors: litigation and compliance issues are up—and participant confidence in retirement is down. A first quarter analysis points to a variety of challenges…
Read Moreabout Ups and Downs?

  One of the biggest challenges for builders competing for new work is accurately estimating the scope and cost of a project and bidding accordingly. Pros point out that solid practices for gathering and leveraging…
Read Moreabout Improving Profitability: Field Data!

  Yes, no, maybe. Predictions remain afloat on many scenarios for economic conditions. Interestingly, Ken Simonson, chief economist for Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) point to signs of optimism. Read on to understand the…
Read Moreabout Red Light, Green Light, One, Two, Three?

  Because they can be customized based on circumstances and personal preferences, including a desire for privacy, trusts are very handy in estate planning. The legal underpinnings of all trusts are similar, but the variations…
Read Moreabout Secrecy and Practicality Too: Trust Types