What’s Causing the Delayed Economic Recovery for Construction and Real Estate?
Even with a national infrastructure bill on the horizon, the construction and real estate industries may be slow to respond to an expected turnaround later this year.
PPP Loan Eligibility for Labor Unions
The American Rescue Plan Act expanded Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan eligibility to certain labor unions and employee benefit plans.
2021 Housing Outlook: Part 1 – Real Estate Trends
COVID-19, materials prices, and supply chain disruptions are impacting economic recovery in construction and real estate. Understand how to protect your business in a turbulent market and what to expect in the months ahead.
American Rescue Plan: What Does It Mean?
The American Rescue Plan Act (the Act) s provides a number of items to help aid economic recovery out of the coronavirus pandemic. Read on for a summary of the Act's provisions.
Are You Ready for a Fixed-Price Future?
On January 15, 2021, the Office of Management and Budget issued a memorandum (M-21-11) to the heads of all executive departments and agencies entitled “Increasing Attention on Federal Contract Type Decisions”.
The Effect of COVID-19 on Retail Rental Real Estate Market
Retail rental tenants like brick-and-mortar stores and restaurants had a tough year in 2020. Many had varying levels of success by shifting to online platforms, though not everyone was able to quickly adapt.
The Impact of Biden’s Proposed $2.3 Trillion Infrastructure Plan on the Construction Industry
President Biden recently unveiled his new $2.3 trillion infrastructure package, the American Jobs Plan. The construction industry will benefit in several ways, but there are mixed reactions on different aspects of the legislation.
Single Audit Deadline Delayed by Six Months
On March 19, 2021, the Office of Management and Budget issued a memo directing federal agencies to delay, by six months, the deadline for recipient organizations to submit Single Audits. The new deadlines are September 30, 2021 and March 31, 2022.
Preparing for Another COVID-19 Construction Site Shutdown
Even in a post-coronavirus economy, the potential for another public health crisis or national emergency remains elevated. What can construction companies do to protect their assets and plan for another site shutdown?
COVID-19 Relief Money Available for Virginia Non-Public Schools
Non-public schools have an opportunity to apply for federal funding through the Emergency Assistance to Non-Public Schools (EANS) Program. Virginia participates in this program, but administrators should act quickly as the funds are limited.