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Tax tips for small business owners

Mar 10, 2025 (0) comment , , , ,

Discuss these ideas with your tax professional to potentially reduce your tax liability for this year and beyond. Small business owners are often looking for ways to minimize their company’s tax liability. That may mean evaluating your company’s current financial performance and adjusting your tax strategy accordingly, taking advantage of tax-friendly pass-through provisions. Whatever your […]

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The 14 Biggest Houses in the World Have the Most Unbelievable Histories

Mar 06, 2025 (0) comment , , ,

The Design History of the World’s Biggest Houses Allen J. Schaben – Getty Images If there’s one thing the ultra-wealthy have consistently done throughout history and into the current day, it’s build some insanely large houses. We’re not talking about your town’s most expansive McMansion or even the White House—we’re talking about palaces and estates […]

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Ultra-thin solar ‘coating’ can turn phone cases and EVs into mini power generators

Jan 30, 2025 (0) comment , , , ,

Cheap and flexible perovskite solar cells could revolutionize solar power, making it easier than ever to power the world with sunlight. The new thin layer of solar film is 27% efficient when converting sunlight into energy — compared with the approximate 22% efficiency of silicon panels on the market today. (Image credit: Andriy Onufriyenko/Getty Images) […]

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New CSLB Law Changes in 2025

Jan 16, 2025 (0) comment , , ,

New Law Changes in 2025 Affecting Licensees, Applicants and Stakeholders As we begin 2025, several significant legal changes in California will affect contractors, employers, and freelancers. From increased thresholds for unlicensed work to enhanced protections for freelance workers, these updates are critical for staying compliant and avoiding penalties. Here’s a summary of the most important […]

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October 2024 wins: Contractors report their latest awards

Nov 21, 2024 (0) comment , ,

Here is a round up the newest project wins from some of the country’s biggest builders including Gilbane, Kiewit and Hensel Phelps. A rendering of the NBA’s Charlotte Hornets’ new facility in North Carolina, which Gilbane Building Co. will construct. Courtesy of Charlotte Hornets   Project awards are the lifeblood of every construction firm, as […]

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The translucent solar panel that will replace your windows

Nov 14, 2024 (0) comment , , ,

  A recent scientific breakthrough is paving the way for transparent solar panels, a technology that can potentially bring solar energy everywhere. Photo: Richard Lunt / Michigan State University   A breakthrough in solar technology has been achieved. This new technology has come a long way since originally being developed  by a team of researchers […]

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Fed’s second rate cut this year a boost for construction

Nov 07, 2024 (0) comment , , ,

The central bank aims to foster a more supportive lending environment, an encouraging sign for building activity. Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell speaks following a meeting of the Federal Open Market Committee at the William McChesney Martin Jr. Federal Reserve Board Building on Sept. 18, in Washington, D.C. Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images via Getty Images   […]

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Top Ten Buildings With Amazing Engineering innovation

Oct 25, 2024 (0) comment , , ,

Check out these ten buildings that required major architectural design, engineering innovation and creativity.     1. Tapei 101, Taiwan   Architects: Chu-Yuan Lee & Wang Chung-ping   The Taipei 101 is not only the tallest building in Taiwan but also contains one of the world’s largest mass damper systems or Gyroscopic stabilizer (weighing approximately […]

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August 2024 wins: Contractors report their latest awards

Sep 12, 2024 (0) comment , , ,

Here is a round up the newest project wins from some of the country’s biggest builders including Clark, Kiewit and Tutor Perini. Rendering of the SR 400 Express Lanes project coming to Georgia. The $4.6 billion toll road will be built and operated by a consortium of road-building and engineering companies. Retrieved from Georgia DOT. […]

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How to maintain a steady backlog

Sep 05, 2024 (0) comment , , ,

Measuring future work is one way to help it grow. Leontura via Getty Images   If you want to grow your construction firm, getting your backlog right couldn’t be much more important. A strong backlog gives you the ability to plan ahead — whether that’s for hiring needs, manpower needs, key strategic investments or general […]

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