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Asset Management Technology: Helping Finance Executives Uncover Additional Savings

Written by Rob Painter

Construction Business Owner, May 2009

Even with the surge in construction spending expected over the next two years as a result of the economic stimulus bill, times are still tough for construction business owners. In fact, some predict that we won't return to peak construction spending levels until 2012 or after.

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Written by Tom Kort

Construction Busines Owner, May 2009

In a good economy, just about anyone can make money without good business practices. However, to survive through a poor economy, it is necessary to have the discipline to develop and use best practices that improve the performance of jobs.

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Written by John H. Eckbert

Construction Business Owner, May 2009

Editor's Note: This is the last of three articles by PCE Investment Bankers, LLC. on the subject of liquidity. To read the previous article, click here.

In the March and April 2009 issues of CBO, we explored the attributes of internal and external liquidity strategies for contractors. With regard to the internal strategies, we detailed:

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Tax Strategies in a Tough Economy

Written by Adam Polakov, CPA

Construction Business Owner, May 2009

The construction industry is in its deepest decline since the 1930s. Construction companies are not only facing unprecedented challenges in their industry sectors, but they are also facing a rigid surety market that is meticulously defining levels of acceptable risk.

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