As a construction owner, you know the grind: you win the bid, you put in the work, and you see healthy profit margins. But have you ever felt like you’re constantly chasing money? You’re profitable on paper, yet your bank account is perpetually running on fumes. This is the Construction Cash Flow Trap , and it has sunk more profitable companies than market crashes have. The Balance Sheet is your business’s X-ray. It reveals where cash is getting trapped and where dangerous fi

Financial statements (financial statements) are a form of documents showing quarterly and annual business results of a company.

In the construction industry, financial transparency is crucial for decision-making, business planning, and attracting investors. Two of the most important financial statements that construction companies rely on are the Balance Sheet  and the Profit & Loss (P&L) Account . These two financial documents are fundamental in understanding the financial position and performance of a company. This article will clarify their differences, roles in construction financial reporting, an

Your balance sheet is one of the most scrutinized financial statements in construction. Lenders review it before approving loans. Sureties analyze it before issuing bonds. Project owners examine it before awarding contracts. When negative liability accounts appear on your balance sheet, it raises immediate red flags that can cost you opportunities and credibility. Understanding why negative liabilities occur and how to fix them isn't just about clean bookkeeping. It's about