Understandably, I’m seeing so many people (both employees and employers alike) worried about the safety of their workplace that has been defined as an essential service and remaining open during this unprecedented coronavirus pandemic. I thought I’d post a reminder about both the employers’ and employees’ rights and responsibilities. This Continue Reading
Material Delays
With the world being busy prepping for potential outbreaks of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in their own regions, as of today (March 4, 2020), the risk of outbreak remains low with not one confirmed or presumptive case here in Alberta, Canada (yet). One thing is for certain though, and that Continue Reading
Pay when Paid Terms
Overall, I’m not a fan of pay when paid terms. From a payee’s perspective, not only are you given little expectation as when you can expect payment, but you also have zero control over the client’s credit approval process or collection efforts. However, when used in a typical general contractor Continue Reading
Managing a Construction Project, as an Owner
Because I work primarily with Contractors, my blogs are primarily targeted to that audience. However, far too often we are seeing owners of construction projects getting screwed out of thousands by bad contractors taking advantage of people who likely don’t know any better. Brilliant people just trying to make a Continue Reading
Progress Invoicing
Keeping the cash flowing is the #1 way to reduce risk on a construction project. Ensuring that all parties are paid in a timely manner keeps the people working, materials flowing, and will prevent those pesky liens. However, often times payments are delayed due to non-compliant invoicing. Here are some tips Continue Reading