How to Present a G702 to an Owner and Avoid Common Rejections
A rejected G702 stalls your cash flow for weeks. Follow this GC checklist to present a clean pay application the first time and avoid the mo...
Retainage Release Process: 4 Stages from Pending to Final Payment
Retainage release moves through four stages: pending, approved, awaiting surety, and released. Here is what triggers each stage and how to k...
Joint Checks on Commercial Jobs: When to Issue Them and How to Track Every Dollar
When a subcontractor's supplier calls threatening a lien, joint checks can protect you. Here's when to issue them, how to do it right, and h...
Subcontract Management Basics Every Small GC Needs Before Winter Work Kicks Off
Before winter work overlaps with fall closeouts, small GCs need a subcontract management framework that keeps agreements, billing, and backc...
Subcontractor Pay Application Review: Your 5-Point Checklist
Before you approve a sub's G702/G703, run it through this five-point checklist covering SOV alignment, field progress, stored materials, ret...
Conditional vs. Unconditional Lien Waivers: A GC's Practical Guide with Examples
Conditional and unconditional lien waivers are not interchangeable. Use the wrong type at the wrong time and you lose legal protection. Here...