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Construction Industry Trends

MDOT FY 2021 Transportation Program Announced

Wisconsin Seeking $2.4B for Building Projects
By: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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Few Construction Firms Will Add Workers In 2021 As Industry Struggles With Declining Demand, Growing Number Of Project Delays And Cancellations
By: AGC, The Construction Association
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2021 Outlook from the Experts
Written By: Ken Simonson & Dr. Tom Schleifer, Merchant’s Bonding Company
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5 ways to grow your backlog, profit margins, and skilled workers in uncertain times
Written By: Matt Gelb, Tina Nazier, WIPFLI
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Industry Economist: Recovery Has Started, But Tough Times Still Ahead
By: Alisa Zevin, Engineering News-Record
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Preparing for the 2021 Hiring Season and Beyond: MITA Workforce Survey Report
By: Ken Bertolini, Director of Workforce Development, MITA
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Contractor’s Surety Toolkit: Digital Marketing Packet
By: Merchants Bonding Company
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3 Key Takeaways from BuildingConnected’s 2020 US Construction Risk Outlook
By: Dustin DeVan, Construction Industry Strategist and Evangelist at Autodesk Construction Solutions and Co-Founder of BuildingConnected
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Are You Ready For The Hard Market
By: Kirk Rathjen, Regional Vice President, Contract Underwriting
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How Construction Firms Can Manage Cash Flow In A Crisis
By: Reed D. Sellers, CPA, CCIFP, Senior Manager, WIPFLi CPAs and Consultants
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Long-Term Planning

5 ways to grow your backlog, profit margins, and skilled workers in uncertain times
Written By: Matt Gelb, Tina Nazier, WIPFLI
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Private company CFOs, make sure these FASB standards are on your radar
Written By: Brett D. Schwantes, WIPLFLI
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Lessons from the Field: Why Business Continuity Planning Is Essential
By: Wayne Messick, AFSB, Old Republic Surety
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Expect the Unexpected: The Importance of a Solid Continuity Plan
By: Scot Albrinck, AFSB, Old Republic Surety
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CARES Act & PPP Resources

PPP Updates – Restrictions, Eligibility, Loan Amount Calculations & Penalty-Free Repayment Option
By: Jim Ashley & Anne Coughlan, BKD CPA’s & Advisors
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Michigan Governor Whitmer Issues Executive Order
By: MITA & Bodman, PLC
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Comparison of EIDL and Paycheck Protection Programs
By: Jack Rybicki, CliftonLarsonAllen
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Tax Savings Opportunities From The CARES Act
By: John Werlhof, CliftonLarsonAllen
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Contractors Can Seek Relief Through The CARES Act
By: Mike Sanders, AFSB, Old Republic Security
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U.S. Chamber of Commerce: Coronavirus Emergency Loans
Provided By: U.S. Chaamber of Commerce
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SMALL BUSINESS PAYCHECK PROTECTION PROGRAM
Provided By: The Small Business Association

Small Business Loan Resources Included in CARES Act
Article Written By: The Surety & Fidelity Association of America
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Financial Management Resources

Recent U.S. Small Business Administration Releases Provide Some Needed Clarity
By: Tad Goodenbour, BKD CPA’s & Advisors
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2021 Outlook from the Experts
Written By: Ken Simonson & Dr. Tom Schleifer, Merchant’s Bonding Company
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5 ways to grow your backlog, profit margins, and skilled workers in uncertain times
Written By: Matt Gelb, Tina Nazier, WIPFLI
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Private company CFOs, make sure these FASB standards are on your radar
Written By: Brett D. Schwantes, WIPLFLI
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Picture Day for Contractors
Written by Darrel Lamb, CPCU, AFSB
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Tax Liability on Construction Materials
By: MITA
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All COVID-19 Resources

IRS & Treasury Release Guidance on Employee Retention Credit
By: Yelena Bosovik & Jesse Palmer, BKD CPA’s & Advisors
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Updated PPP Rules for Sole Proprietors, Contractors, & New Forms Released
By: Anne Coughlan, BKD CPA’s & Advisors
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Paycheck Protection Program – Best Practices for Documentation
By: BKD CPAs & Advisors
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Return To Work Sample Letter Now Available
By: MITA
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ConsensusDocs COVID-19 Contract and Construction Law Resource Center
By: ConsensusDocs
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PPP Updates – Restrictions, Eligibility, Loan Amount Calculations & Penalty-Free Repayment Option
By: Jim Ashley & Anne Coughlan, BKD CPA’s & Advisors
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Michigan Governor Whitmer Issues Executive Order
By: MITA & Bodman, PLC
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Bodman COVID-19 Webinar
By: Bodman Law PLC and MITA
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Comparison of EIDL and Paycheck Protection Programs
By: Jack Rybicki, CliftonLarsonAllen
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Tax Savings Opportunities From The CARES Act
By: John Werlhof, CliftonLarsonAllen
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Contractors Can Seek Relief Through The CARES Act
By: Mike Sanders, AFSB, Old Republic Security
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U.S. Chamber of Commerce: Coronavirus Emergency Loans
Provided By: U.S. Chaamber of Commerce
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SMALL BUSINESS PAYCHECK PROTECTION PROGRAM
Provided By: The Small Business Association

Small Business Loan Resources Included in CARES Act
Article Written By: The Surety & Fidelity Association of America
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Westfield: Marketplace Contract Changes
By: Westfield Insurance
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Westfield: Force of Majeure
By: Westfield Insurance
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Will COVID-19 Be Considered a Force Majeure?
By: Darrel Lamb, CPCU, AFSB, Old Republic Surety
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MITA: COVID-19 Preparedness and Response Plan for Businesses and Offices
By: Michigan Infrastructure & Transportation Association
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Addressing The Pandemic: Surety Concerns When Reviewing Contract Clauses
By: Josh Penwell, Senior VP, Contract Underwriting at Merchants Bonding Company
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How Coronavirus Is Affecting The Construction Industry: An Evolving Tracker of Construction Shutdowns Across The US
Resources Provided By: Foley and Lardner LLP
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Traveler’s Bond: Who Will Bear the Risk and Cost for Coronavirus Construction Delays? A Contractual Analysis.
BY PETER STRNISTE ON MARCH 2, 2020 POSTED IN CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS AND CLAIMS, CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY, AND DELAYS AND INEFFICIENCIES
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Liberty Mutual Surety: COVID-19 Impact on Contract Surety in the US
By: Fran McGrath, Chief Credit Officer, Liberty Mutual Surety

CNA Surety: Construction Concerns Arising From COVID-19
Provided By: CNA Surety
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