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07/28/2022

Managing a construction project is not easy. You have to stay on top of your workers and budget. The latter is something that many construction companies have issues with. But with practice and planning, you'll be able to finish projects on time - and within budget.

Here are some tips that will help you manage construction projects effectively.

Other building general contractors in your industry may tell you that managing a construction project is exhausting, complicated, and energy-consuming. However, once you’ve completed a few projects and got the hang of it, utilizing careful planning with today’s tools can help you do your job mor...

07/26/2022

Would you like to create a marketing plan for your housing development company? Here are four steps to help you get started.

First, you should conduct a feasibility study and find your probable housing development candidates.

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Marketing Plan for Housing Development Company. As a developer, you need a marketing plan that’s all-inclusive, covering your progress from initial site plan announcements to sales of your finished products. After identifying your target market, you can establish which types of marketing will reac...

07/21/2022

Don't underestimate the power of feedback when it comes to construction project management. Having open channels for communication around every aspect of a project, and to-do lists, in particular, is key to maximizing engagement and productivity within teams. There is no substitute for the regular interactions that generate trust and a strong sense of value between team members, and with the customer, and other stakeholders. https://www.forconstructionpros.com/construction-technology/project-management/article/22301674/unanet-5-dynamic-tools-every-project-manager-needs

07/19/2022

Did you know? Office development in Austin, Texas, is still going strong.

According to CommercialEdge, Austin's under-construction inventory amounted to 10.3 million square feet in April.

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In April, several downtown office towers moved forward with construction plans, bolstering Austin's active office development pipeline.

07/12/2022

How does the taxation of a commercial condominium management company work?

First, the management company's taxes are based on annual income and expenses.

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Taxation of a Commercial Condominium Management Company. Commercial condominium management companies earn monthly fees from the residents. In return, the companies keep the common areas clean, secure and in good repair. The management company hires employees and independent contractors to assist wit...

07/05/2022

The construction industry is very resilient - and talented. The skyscrapers, innovative buildings, or homes we see would not be possible without them. But a lot goes into ensuring the success of a construction project. There are six phases, and each of them needs to move seamlessly.

Construction project management is a highly skilled career path. It requires great attention to detail, technical knowledge, and must coordinate lots of different moving parts.

06/28/2022

"In lease transactions between building owners and tenants acting as intermediary landlords, both parties are effectively in the same business, yet they are neither joint venturers nor competitors."

Landlord or tenant, find out why it's important to address unwritten covenants and their implications when it comes to leasing commercial property.

Scott Biel of Solomon Ward Seidenwurm & Smith on how building owners can protect themselves against unnecessary litigation and damages.

06/21/2022

While the risk can shift from landlord to tenant depending on the terms of a lease, having insurance in place that covers both parties is the best way to mitigate any fiduciary damages. One tip from this great read: Make sure the required insurance limits are appropriate to cover the value of the property being insured.

Stephanie Friese of Chamberlain Hrdlicka on what property owners need to know.

06/14/2022

The problem with conventional materials used in construction is that there is an extremely limited supply of them. The amount of minerals and metals in the Earth's crust is finite, meaning if these processes are not stopped, the planet may not be able to sustain our population levels. Luckily, the solution to this problem exists within the Earth itself!

Minerals and metals exist within ores, which can be mined and refined into the minerals we need for construction. This is a more sustainable approach to the building process and will ensure that the supply of materials will be sufficient to meet global demand.

This article talks about the future of construction and more.

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Faculty from three finalist teams in the MIT Climate Grand Challenges discuss strategies for achieving impact in hard-to-abate sectors, from long-distance transportation and building construction to textile manufacturing and chemical refining.

06/07/2022

Are you stuck on planning and controlling construction projects? If so, then Chron's article can help you get unstuck. Here are four project management techniques, starting with the typical ​project manager's duties.

Project Management Techniques in Planning & Controlling Construction Projects. Homeowners and businesses spend an annual rate of $623 billion on construction projects, according to the August 2013 edition of "U.S. Census Bureau News." The U.S. Bureau of Statistics divides construction into five labo...