Construction

From hospitals to multi-story apartment towers, to correctional facilities – modular construction is not a new concept, but it is having a moment in the sun, and it’s not just a passing trend. Why? Technological advancements, economic demands, and changing mindsets mean it is attracting a wave of interest and

The pandemic continues to present endless challenges for the construction industry. Many of the same employees who helped keep companies afloat, or found themselves unemployed over the past year and a half are now feeling depleted or overwhelmed. Physically demanding jobs coupled with unpredictable work schedules often take a hefty

One of the biggest challenges the construction industry faced before the pandemic, still exists today. We need to expand efforts to engage the next generation and get young adults excited about this field. More than 40% of construction workers are baby boomers, meaning that most of that 40% will be of retirement

Governor Andrew Cuomo signed a bill legalizing recreational marijuana last week, making New York the 16th state to do so. The bill makes it legal to possess small amounts of marijuana, launches programs to help communities that bore the brunt of the national and state drug war, and will eventually

Have you considered making COVID-19 vaccinations mandatory? If so, you’re not alone. As the COVID-19 vaccine becomes more widely available, the scientific community did not foresee the next challenge being vaccine resistance, but it’s the reality that’s setting in across the country. Polling data continues to show that a significant

Since the start of the pandemic, we’ve been looking for indications of a return to normalcy. Last week, we got some good news for contractors. After months of being sidelined, nearly 2,000 New York construction projects are getting the green light by the end of March. As part of its

Across the country, small businesses create two-thirds of new jobs and employ nearly half of America’s workers, yet nearly a year into the COVID-19 pandemic, many are still struggling to survive. If you feel like there are constant updates surrounding the Paycheck Protection Program, you’re not alone. This week, the

What is the 504 loan program? Want access to millions of dollars to help your business overcome the challenges of the current health crisis? Look no further than the 504 loan program. It provides long-term, fixed-rate financing for major fixed assets that promote business growth and job creation. Generally, these