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Construction Payroll Taxes: What You Need to File and When
If you want to run a construction business that follows all the rules set by the federal and state governments, you need to pay...
May 304 min read


Top 5 Construction Payroll Mistakes and How to Fix Them
Payroll in the construction business is a high-stakes area that needs close attention to detail, a good awareness of compliance...
May 295 min read


Best Practices for Handling Overtime Pay in Construction
In the construction industry, properly managing overtime pay is essential for maintaining legal compliance, controlling labor costs, and...
May 285 min read


Union vs. Non-Union Payroll in Construction: Key Compliance Differences
Payroll management in the construction business is more than just giving out paychecks. Legal and regulatory rules must be followed at...
May 274 min read


Managing Retainage and Its Impact on Construction Tax Liabilities
As a construction bookkeeping professional, one of the most misunderstood areas I’ve seen among contractors is managing retainage—and...
May 265 min read


Using Job Cost Reports to Monitor and Reduce Overhead
In the construction sector, good cost management can mean the difference between operating a lucrative business and merely keeping...
May 236 min read


Tax Planning Tips for Small Construction Business Owners
Small construction businesses operate in one of the most dynamic and complex sectors of the economy. With fluctuating material costs,...
May 224 min read


How to Avoid Payroll Errors in Construction Projects
Managing payroll in the construction sector is much more than just writing checks. It necessitates adherence to complex rules, careful...
May 215 min read


Understanding Overhead Recovery Rate in Construction
In the construction industry, accurately managing expenses is crucial to maintaining profitability. One key metric that contractors must master is the overhead recovery rate, which helps allocate indirect expenses across projects to ensure proper cost recovery and pricing decisions. In this article, we will explain what the overhead recovery rate is, how to calculate it, and why getting it right is critical for business success. We'll also look at typical contractor question
May 205 min read


Step-by-Step Guide to Setting Up Progress Billing in QuickBooks
Progress billing is a vital tool for construction contractors and service providers who manage long-term projects with multiple phases or...
May 195 min read


The Impact of Negative Liability on Your Construction Company's Books
In construction accounting, every figure tells a story. When a contractor sees a negative liability on their balance sheet, it's a signal...
May 164 min read


The Role of Financial Statements in Bonding and Loan Applications
In the construction industry, trust and reliability aren't just built on project performance—they're also measured by your numbers....
May 155 min read


Progress Billing Explained: How Contractors Get Paid on Long-Term Jobs
Cash flow is very important in the building business. But when jobs take weeks or months, freelancers rarely get paid in full up front or...
May 144 min read


Common Errors That Lead to Negative Liabilities in Contractor Accounts
In construction accounting, accuracy matters. One of the most misunderstood and often overlooked red flags in contractor books is the...
May 145 min read


How to Use Financial Reports to Track Project Health in Real-Time
In today's fast-paced construction industry, it takes more than technical know-how and field supervision to oversee multiple jobs at...
May 125 min read


Accrual vs. Cash Accounting for Contractors: Key Differences Explained
Paying close attention to details, making plans, and following rules that make sure finances are correct are all parts of accounting in...
May 124 min read


How to Manage Overhead and Maximize Job Cost Profitability
Mastering Construction Cost Accounting is essential for any construction business aiming to remain competitive and profitable. Effective...
May 127 min read


Balance Sheet Reconciliation Checklist for Construction Bookkeepers
If you’re a construction accountant or contractor attempting to make sense of your company’s finances, one thing should be clear: precise...
May 89 min read
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