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How to Build a Construction Budget That Survives the Job

The Short Answer: A construction budget that holds up through the entire project starts with accurate estimates, a realistic contingency fund, and a system for tracking costs once construction starts.

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The Short Answer: A construction budget that holds up through the entire project starts with accurate estimates, a realistic contingency fund, and a system for tracking costs once construction starts.

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