Construction & Development

For many contractors, fall is a natural time to take a closer look at cash flow. Project schedules may be shifting, weather can begin to affect field activity, and year-end reporting is quickly approaching. Before winter arrives, contractors have an opportunity to review receivables, retainage, change orders, and slow-paying projects while there is still time [

A strong backlog can give contractors and developers confidence heading into future years. It can signal market demand, support bonding discussions, and help leadership plan for staffing, equipment, and cash flow. But backlog size alone does not tell the full story.  As companies look ahead to their 2027 pipeline, the more important question may be [&helli

Construction leaders make decisions in an environment where small changes can have a large impact. A delay in billing, a shift in material costs, or a job that performs differently than estimated can quickly affect profitability and cash flow. Financial statements remain important, but contractors often need more timely, targeted information to understand how t

Construction firms move quickly by nature. Project timelines are tight, subcontractors need to be paid, materials must be secured, and change orders can shift cash needs with little warning. That pace creates opportunity, but it also creates risk. As construction activity continues across infrastructure, power, water, data center, and semiconductor projects, fi

For owners and developers, 2026 is likely to place a greater premium on disciplined underwriting, clear assumptions, and strong project fundamentals. Financing may still be available for well-positioned developments, but lenders and equity partners are expected to be more selective about where they commit capital.  That does not mean good projects cannot m

Bonus Depreciation for Contractors in 2026 Construction businesses enter 2026 with a lot to manage. Bonus depreciation for contractors adds another planning layer, especially for businesses making equipment purchases or managing long-term contracts while also watching labor availability, material costs, project timelines, and margin pressure. Bonus Depreciation

What the 2026 Tax Incentive Deadline Means Builders and developers are already managing a busy mix of project timelines, cost pressures, labor needs, financing questions, and changing federal policy. Recent construction industry insight also points to continued activity in areas such as infrastructure, power, water, data centers, and semiconductor projects, whi

Recent IRS guidance has brought new attention to Qualified Production Property, or QPP, and its role in facility planning for businesses involved in manufacturing, production, refining, and certain agricultural production activities. For owners considering new facilities, expansions, or major improvements, the QPP rules may create a meaningful timing and cash-f