The recent wave of high-profile builder insolvencies is further proof that the construction industry’s commercial builder payment model is broken. Unfortunately, it’s also made many…
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Only The Builder Knows Their True Financial Position; Why Should Developers & Lenders Be Forced To Guess?
There’s no doubt that current market conditions have placed significant financial stress on builders; the Australian Constructors Association is reporting that building firms are entering…
Government Project Trust Account Legislation: Are They a Shield for Subbies and Developers?
Several Governments have decided to step in with specific legislation related to trust accounts intended to protect subcontractor payments. The QLD, NSW & WA Governments have all introduced rules governing how builders are to manage progress payments and/or retention money held against subcontractors. We’ve looked at the various legislations introduced to date, both in principle & in practice, so we thought we’d provide an assessment of each from intent to adoption & outcomes. We also provide some insight into our ongoing interactions with the various industry bodies that have introduced these policies/processes as well as those set to influence future frameworks.
QBCC Payment Rules Under Fire: Are Subcontractor Payments and Developer Funds Truly Protected?
When a builder submits a progress claim, they are not only asking to be reimbursed for costs incurred by their business, but also on behalf…