Tradies’ seven cashflow killers
It’s 5am, and Linda is awake again with that familiar knot in her stomach. She’s worried about having enough to…
Employer Advice
Verbal agreement? The CCC may still be yours
Did you know that even a handshake agreement on a residential build can quietly shift key responsibilities onto the builder?…
What mandatory warranties mean for builders
On Monday, Chris Penk, Minister of Building and Construction, announced that the Government would be making 10-year guarantees compulsory for all new residential…
IRD offers guidance for builders in debt
We’ve all seen, and been concerned about, the media talking about the number of liquidated businesses, including many in the…
Asbestos: the danger we still don’t see
Asbestos remains our leading work-related killer, claiming the lives of over 200 people every year. In this article, Brett Murray,…
What proportional liability may mean for builders
The Government’s plan to shift the construction sector to a proportional liability regime is set to ease pressure on councils…
Immigration and general employment law updates
Presenting at PlaceMakers LBP Seminar in Mount Wellington on 19 June, Duncan Cotterill Senior Associate Joe Williams discussed recent employment…
Locked in: Terms that can’t be removed or avoided
Presenting at PlaceMakers LBP Seminar in Mount Wellington on 19 June, Duncan Cotterill Senior Associate Dion Morley explained the contractual…
How to turn website visits into leads in 2025
Your website is often the first impression potential clients have of your building business. But is it showing them what…
CGF offers funded mentorships
Construction Growth Foundation (CGF) is partnering with Business Mentors New Zealand (BMNZ) to deliver mentoring to help strengthen business capability…
What is the best way to price construction contracts?
There are several ways to price construction contracts. In this article, Duncan Cotterill Partner Julia Flattery discusses the best options…
Why is the cost of my fixed price building contract not fixed?
Fixed price contracts aren’t always fixed price, which can lead to confusion and potential souring in builder-client relationships. In this…
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