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Signs of Life -- and Cost Increases -- Ahead

GB Financial Services, LLC

With a modest recovery forecast in 2011, it's time to take advantage of available tax incentives and acquisition strategies to meet construction equipment needs before costs go up.

Don't Take the Hit

A variety of technologies are available to minimize the risk of utility hits on underground projects.

Vermeer's GPR features a control unit and a 400-MHz antenna situated on a small, four-wheel cart.

Slide Rail Cuts Costs and Boosts Safety

Efficiency Production's Universal Slide Rail System enabled Johnston Contracting to improve safety and cut costs on a project for The Dow Chemical Company.

Efficiency's Universal Slide Rail is a component shoring system comprised of steel panels and vertical steel posts. It can be used in a variety of configurations, including the ClearSpan configuration shown.

Clean Up Construction's Dirty Image

In order to attract new hires, contractors need to educate them first in the intricacies of running a construction business, and the complex and technical nature of today's construction equipment.

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Gateway Safety, Inc.

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Will a Debt Restructure Hurt my Credit?

Mike Farley of EquipOne examines the effects a debt restructure can have on your ability to borrow in the future.

Is Your Company Too Small for a Debt Restructure?

If you are struggling to pay your debt service, no matter the size of your company, then you are a candidate for a debt restructure.

Avoid Service-Related Mistakes by Putting the Customer First

Signature Worldwide

Customer service mistakes will inevitably happen, but you can minimize them by coaching staff to always put the customer first.

Who Should I Work With at My Bank to Get a Debt Restructure?

If you're dealing with your local bank, then stay with your personal banking officer, but make sure he can point you in the direction of a workout officer.

SOT (Sold Out of Trust) -- A Dangerous Practice

One of the biggest problems our banks are encountering during these tough economic times is rental business owners selling equipment out of trust (SOT).

Can I Get Professional Help If I Already Did a Debt Restructure?

Clients who've attempted to do their own debt restructuring often lose credibility with their lenders and find themselves in need of professional help.

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