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Fixed vs. Variable Costs

September 21, 2004

The distinction between variable costs and fixed costs is necessary to address basic questions.


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The Ins and Outs of Drain & Sewer Cleaning

Al Petrillo
July 29, 2004

The ability of a plumbing company to offer a full range of services to customers means a stronger bottom line for your firm and more repeat business from satisfied customers.


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Mechanic's Liens and Bankruptcy

BNP Media Staff
March 1, 2004

As most of you probably know, any time a party files for bankruptcy protection, there is an automatic stay against commencement or prosecution of actions against the bankrupt and the assets of the bankrupt.


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Prevailing Wage Requirements for Off-Site Work?

BNP Media Staff
June 28, 2003

When off-site employees specially produce fabrication or prefabricated products for use in a public works project, should they be paid prevailing wages? In California, the answer is yes.


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The Rise and Fall of RCR

Scott Marshutz
October 17, 2002

In April, Robert C. Richey resigned from his position as chief operating officer of American Plumbing & Mechanical Inc. and also walked away from the company he had built for 25 years.


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Trucks

Cab-Forward Truck Review

Dave Bischof
August 21, 2001

Contractors have several choices of cab forward chasis in the Class 4 truck category. If you're in the vehicle-purchasing mode, this is a must read.


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What Happens to an Arbitration Clause in a Fraudulent Contract?

BNP Media Staff
January 10, 2001

Arbitration clauses in construction agreements are very common.


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How to Calculate Your Breakeven Cost Per Hour

Tom Grandy
January 2, 2001

This month's column will now take our real cost of doing business and help us determine what our breakeven cost per hour is.


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Office theft (Part 2 of 2)

Fixed vs. Variable Overhead: Do You Know the Difference?

Tom Grandy
December 30, 2000

Since improper labor pricing is the single biggest reason why companies go out of business today, proper labor pricing should be your No. 1 priority.


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Material Markup

Tom Grandy
December 29, 2000

If correct, it will help you absorb a high percentage of your overhead.


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