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While overall construction input prices are slightly higher year over year, they inched down 0.1% in April compared to March.
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Advanced Construction Accounting: Strategies for Financial Success
Unlock the secrets to financial success in construction with our exclusive webinar on advanced construction accounting strategies. Whether you're looking to optimize job costing and work in progress, master cash-flow management or ensure compliance, this session will provide you with tools and techniques to stay ahead of the curve.
Tuesday, May. 20, 2025
Managing Construction Payroll Complexities
Construction payroll is complex—rules vary by job and compliance can vary by zip code. Join this webinar to hear how to avoid common payroll pitfalls and best practices.
Wednesday, May. 14, 2025
Unlock Growth Potential by Transforming Your AP Processes
Outdated AP processes in construction drain cash flow, delay payments and hinder growth. It's time to streamline. Join this webinar to hear expert insights and practical strategies tailored to construction AP challenges, and how construction leaders are leveraging AP automation to scale their businesses faster.
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