The Top Bidding Mistakes Contractors Make and How to Fix Them
Bidding mistakes can cripple a construction contractor company’s growth and limit its profits. Many contractors, however, are unaware that they’re making these mistakes. At Mobilization Funding, we’ve reviewed thousands of contracts—and the bids that won them. Here are the top bidding mistakes we see and how to avoid them. Bidding to Win, Not to Profit […]
Mobilization Funding 2025 Construction Delays and Payment Timing Report
Most Americans Blame Bad Planning for Construction Delays. Contractors Say the Real Damage Comes From Late Payments. New survey reveals the hidden role of cash flow in the traffic jams and stalled projects Americans love to hate. From detoured commutes to half-finished roads, construction delays are a daily frustration. Ninety-one percent of Americans say they’ve […]
What is a Merchant Cash Advance
For subcontractors and manufacturers, Merchant Cash Advances (MCAs) feel like a lifeline—especially when payroll is due and receivables are still weeks away. MCA brokers promise quick approvals, minimal paperwork, and money in the account in a day or two. But like most “easy” solutions, MCAs come with a catch. And when it comes to construction […]
What is Contract Based Financing?
Contract-based financing gives commercial contractors an opportunity to secure the capital they need before the job even begins. Meet Joe the Electrician The following scenario is based on a true story. Joe, owner of a growing electrical company, landed not one job, but two, in the same month. He was thrilled at the potential growth […]
Advancements in Construction Safety
Construction can be a dangerous career. Thousands of people are injured every year, a result of many factors like careless drivers, poor training, or inadequate safety policies. But the industry is working hard to correct many of these problems with new technology and best practices when it comes to safety. Here is a list of […]
Construction Management Apps That Streamline Your Business
Are you still walking around a job site with a clipboard and several coffee-stained checklists? Or dealing with fax machines and frantically rushing to the office to print out documents? Good news! The answer to increasing your productivity is right in your pocket. If you have a smartphone or are willing to invest in one, […]
4 Courses Every Subcontractor Needs to Better Manage and Finance Contracts
Continuing education is often a requirement for unions or to retain a state contractor’s license. Rather than sitting through the boring tutorial you always drag yourself to, why not mix it up a little and get more value out of your time and money? At Mobilization Funding, we’re always looking for ways to help our […]
7 Reasons You’re Not Landing the Big Construction Jobs
Commercial construction bidding can be a stressful and frustrating process. It takes time, energy, and doesn’t always pan out in your favor. But, sitting out the race also means turning your back on tremendous growth opportunities. Here are some common mistakes contractors should avoid when bidding on new projects. You aren’t qualified That doesn’t mean […]
Projects We Love: Tampa International Airport Expansion
Tampa International Airport (TIA) is nearly finished with the first phase of its roughly $2.3 billion expansion. The first phase has included the construction of one of the largest car rental facilities in the country (2.6 million square feet), and a 1.4 mile people mover track, plus renovations to each of the four existing airsides […]
Simple Steps to Prevent Your Construction Business from Being Hacked
If you own a construction company, you might feel pretty safe from hackers. Your company may not have a website, physical office location or a big staff. But unless you operate on a paper-only basis, you could be susceptible to hackers who want to exploit information and steal dollars from you, your company, employees, and […]