The single contract detail that protects you most as a homeowner is not a clever legal phrase or a hidden loophole. It is a clear, enforceable structure that ties every payment you make to specific ...

Owners and contractors have two choices for the type of contract and agreement to use: fixed price or cost-plus. Both types of contracts have their advantages and disadvantages, but let's look further ...

The history of U.S. construction contracts is marked by a growing emphasis on accountability and professionalism. Where builders once decided virtually every aspect of a project, they must now post ...

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