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Of course it’s not surprising for anyone in the industry to learn that the annual workforce survey by the Associated General Contractors of America reveals “painful labor shortages” in just about every aspect of construction….
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  Forecasters point out that small construction firms have good reason to be opportunistic in steering their businesses forward. In fact, many small businesses had strong growth in 2021, despite unprecedented challenges. Looking toward normalcy,…
Read Moreabout Small Businesses: Feeling Opportunistic?

  Amidst the many challenges of finding and retaining skilled workers in construction, one of the most key investments is in a strong project manager. Industry experts point out the value of great project management—and…
Read Moreabout Key Investment: Project Management

  There are some signs that price pressures are easing, but materials and labor remain big challenges for builders. Can you pass on rising costs to customers? Finance experts say doing so might be worth…
Read Moreabout Inflation Hacks for Contractors

Yes! These two different forms of protection exist for different reasons. Experts explain the purpose of each and the important roles these protections play in employer sponsored retirement plans. Understand the coverages you need as…
Read Moreabout ERISA Bond and Fiduciary Liability Insurance?

  The Supreme Court’s decision in Hughes v. Northwestern University earlier this year did not add or change fiduciary standards. Nevertheless, the case shone the spotlight on the duty of prudence by plan sponsors in…
Read Moreabout The Duty of Prudence: 5 Compliance Actions

  Though a painful decision, parents can choose to leave a child out of the will. There is no law saying parents must leave assets to children—or divide their assets evenly among children. Estate planning…
Read Moreabout Disinheritance?

  Estate planning experts say that although adding a loved one to a bank account may seem like an efficient way to pass the associated assets forward when we die, doing so can actually lead…
Read Moreabout Joint Account? Cautionary Advice

  A Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) has a fiduciary duty to act in the best interest of clients. Experts explain what that means for clients, as well as how a Registered Investment Advisor Bond serves…
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