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Startling rise in construction firm recovery loan defaults

UK debt collections

A startling rise in construction firms defaulting on covid loans could signal a wave of future business failures. But the data shows that of the 97,000 business awarded loans more than 2,000 have already defaulted on repayments in the first few months. Businesses are being squeezed from multiple angles.

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Commercial Construction Loans: What They Are and Where to Get One

Nerd Wallet

A commercial construction loan is a kind of business loan that helps your company cover the costs associated with building or renovating structures. You can use these construction business loans to purchase land, buy materials and pay workers. Rosalie Murphy writes for NerdWallet. Email: rmurphy@nerdwallet.com.

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Ways to Finance Construction Equipment: Lenders and How to Qualify

Nerd Wallet

Construction equipment — like bulldozers, excavators, forklifts and cranes — is a huge investment for small businesses, and purchasing it outright oftentimes isn’t an option. Small Business Administration and online lenders offer equipment financing through business loans. Banks, the U.S. Hillary Crawford writes for NerdWallet.

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The Top Five Things Lenders Need to Know About Florida’s Construction Lien Law

Jimerson Firm

Florida’s Construction Lien Law found in Chapter 713, Florida Statutes, may seem like an area of the law that is only relevant to contractors and property owners. However, there are important aspects of the Construction Lien Law that can directly affect the rights and obligations of lenders in numerous ways. Specifically, under Fla.

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New Licensing Requirements That Construction Contractors Need to Know About (The Occupational Freedom and Opportunity Act)

Jimerson Firm

On July 1, 2020, the Occupational Freedom and Opportunity Act (the “Act”) became law, which eliminated some barriers for construction contractors to become licensed in Florida. Background of Construction Contractor Licensing Requirements. 61G4-16, F.A.C. License by Examination. 489.113, Fla.

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Five Key Construction Contract Terms That Every Building Owner Needs to Negotiate

Jimerson Firm

When a building owners hires a contractor to construct a building or other construction project, the contractor is often significantly more experienced when it comes to the ins and outs of the construction contract as well as the overall construction process. Construction Contract Scope of Work. Payment Terms.

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Consumer Finances, Student Loans and Debt Repayment in 2023

True Accord

for non-student loan holders Consumers with student loans have an average of $811 more in auto loan debt than those without student loans as of 2022 Engaging consumers with multiple debts requires understanding, personalization and patience in 2023 Download and read the full report for more insights.