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2009
Summer
        
Putting extended, expanded breaks to work for your construction company
        BIM continues to win hearts, minds and disk space
        3 things you shouldn't ignore in today's tough economy
        Should we hire a CFO?

Spring
        Tough economy challenges contractors to control cash flow
        Mobile computing devices demand top-notch security
        Benchmarking helps answer the tough questions
        3 hot contstruction areas in a chilly economy
        What are the risks of taking an out-of-state job?

Winter
        Construction accounting methods - making the right choice remains critical
        Be vigilant, not a victim - fraud remains a huge threat to contractors
        Break out of your fax funk with Internet-based service
        Futurescope: Green building evolves under new LEED standards
        4 smart ways to improve job-site productivity

2008
Fall
        Tried and true ownership transfer methods
        Interest rate swaps - an intriguing financing alternative for contractors
        Surety bond fraud - it could happen to you
        Futurescope: Disaster recovery niche draws contractors' interest
        The Contractor's Corner - is it time to implement field management software?
        
Summer
        Know when to say when
        Employee stock ownership plans - a multifaceted strategy for contractors
        4 ways to tighten up job-site security - and save time and money
        Can symbol recognition software help my estimators?
        Futurescope: Design-build gains ground on traditional model

Spring
        Overhead's up! Managing indirect cost calls for a keen eye....and a plan
        An escalation clause can help curtail material cost woes
        4 ways dishonest employees can steal your money
        Is fleet management software worth a spin?
        Futurescope: Online equipment auctions offer savings, risks
        
Winter
        Worker misclassification woes hit construction industry
        
5 traits of winning project management teams
        Reimbursing your employees for small tools? 
        AP software offers A1 advantages    
        Futurescope: Contractors put their efforts in writing with values statements

2007
 Fall
        Year-end tax planning: Contractors face new wrinkles for '07
        The 1-2-3 of buy-sell agreements
        Put yourself in the driver's seat with a digital dashboard        
        Am I overlooking ways to boost my bonding capacity?
        Futurescope: For contractors, consolidation is a weighty decision


Summer
       
Don't let the numbers beat you
        Better bid better: Do's & Don'ts for staying competitive
        Why bother with a business valuation?
        RFID lets contractors "play tag"
        Futurscope: More contractors turn to document retention policies



  Spring

          4 common areas of construction fraud        
        Keeping things in perspective with scope management
        HSA update: new law changes the contribution limit
        Cash flow management: sound fundamentals make all the difference
        What should contractors look for in accounting software?
        Futurescope: LLC gains ground as a risk-management method      
 

  Winter
        Communicate, coordinate, cooperate        
        From contractor to consultant
        New regs add flexibility to Health Savings Accounts
        Could you be liable for identity theft?        
        Futurescope: 360-degree evaluations afford better view of employee performance


2006
   Spring
    
    Skilled labor- who you gonna call?
        Cash:  The lifeblood of your business
        Qualifying for HCC coverage may become easier
        Don't let mold grow on your bottom line
        Futurescope:  Electronic time clocks tick off schedule sneaks


    Summer
    
    Are your employees getting a free ride?
        Get smart:  Integrate software to streamline jobs
        Quality counts when it comes to building your business
        SSTP could cost you $$$
        Futurescope:  How to get land acquisition loans in a tough market


    Fall
       In appreciation of depreciation...
       Bulk up your bonding capacity
       Changing of the guard
       How can I improve safety on my job sites?
       Futurescope: Using telemetry technology to twart theft


     Winter
        
CPM clears path to better time management...and more
        You've got 'em - now keep 'em
        Boomers boom into second homes
        Do I have to report reimbursements for employee-owned tools?
        Futurescope:  GPS stakes a claim to efficiency



2005
    Spring
        Their golden years, your golden opportunity
        Tax reforms are mostly good news for contractors
        Time's up:  FIN 46(R) may now affect your financial statements
        Tired of cost overruns?  Communicate better
        Futurescope:  Track projects in real time with Internet jobcams


    Summer
 
      A wilted concept?
        ESOPs may be a welcome addition or ticking time bomb for contractors
        Lifestyle centers:  A growing building niche
        The latest on "additional insured" coverage
        Futurescope:  Improve job-site communication with a smart phone

    Fall
      
 Buy-Sell agreements: A bridge to your construction company's future
        Hey, look on the bright side...Net operating losses offer tax savings
        Overcome accounting challenges with sawyequipment costing
        Do I really need tool-tracking software?
        Futurescope:  OSHA bilingual safety initatives target contractors
    
    
Winter
       
Home sweet hard drive
        Got a great idea?  Consider a patent
        AIA-AGC primer addresses project delivery methods
        Beware of payment problems when writing building codes
        Futurescope:  New FCC fax regulations


2004
    Summer
        
Plant the seeds of future profitability with green building
        The forecast calls for cash
        Summertime...and the hiring's easy
        Tablet computers offer rock-solid advantages
        Futurescope:  The advent of forensic inspections

    Fall
        The road to resolution
        Hands off!
        For project managers, people skills make the difference
        Do I need a mechanic's lien for my next project?
        Futurescope:  The 4D modeling revolution

    Winter
        Winning the numbers game
        When "growth" is a bad thing
        New world builder.  Safety-enhanced construction materials and techniques
        Minimize payroll taxes with an FSA
        Futurescope:  Construction business trends



















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