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Understanding Additional Insured Endorsements in Construction Contracts 0

By Gary Semmer, AssuredPartners In the construction industry, contracts define relationships, responsibilities, and expectations among contractors, subcontractors, and owners. One of the most important yet often misunderstood elements in these contracts is the Additional Insured (AI) Endorsement, which provides extended insurance coverage and is important in managing risk for all parties involved in a construction

Improving Cash Flow Predictability in 2025 0

By Patrick Hogan, handle.com Cash flow in construction is notoriously unpredictable. Projects start, work progresses, and costs pile up long before payment hits your account. Delays in invoicing, slow approvals, and late payments can leave subcontractors and suppliers scrambling to cover payroll, materials, and other expenses. Without steady cash flow, even the most profitable projects

How Technology is Transforming Construction Collections 0

By Claire Wilson, Siteline The construction industry has a persistent challenge: getting subcontractors paid on time. Sound familiar? Given that only 5% of trade contractors report always getting paid on time—with most waiting an average of 90 days to get paid—delayed payments are an all-too-common frustration. This challenge partially stems from where subcontractors sit in

How Proper Lien Waiver Management Reduces Payment Claims 0
- Cash Management, Claims, FINANCE, Improving Productivity, Payment, Risk Management
- November 26, 2024
By Patrick Hogan, handle.com Payment disputes are one of the most frustrating roadblocks on any project. They slow down cash flow, create unnecessary tension within the project, and often escalate into formal claims that consume time and resources. Fortunately, many of these disputes are avoidable. Effective lien waiver management—done with clarity and consistency—ensures all parties
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Prompt Claims Reporting 0
- Claims, FINANCE, Improving Productivity, Insurance
- November 26, 2024
By Builders Mutual Your insurance premium isn’t just another bill to pay each month. Your coverage is an important part of your business toolbox, helping to take care of injured workers, repair or replace damaged equipment, provide financial protection, and much more. Prompt claims reporting is important for speedy action if an incident does occur and
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Looking Ahead: Optimizing Credit Applications for a Smoother 2025 0
- Documentation, FINANCE, Payment, Risk Management
- September 24, 2024
By Patrick Hogan, handle.com With Q4 upon us and the following year just around the corner, keeping a close eye on how credit is extended and managed will be vital to setting up for success. Subcontractors must stay on top of their credit management practices to protect cash flow and keep things running smoothly. At
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