A lien waiver is a legal document that relinquishes a party’s right to claim a lien on a property or asset. It is commonly used in construction projects, where subcontractors or suppliers may have a right to place a lien on the property to secure payment for their services or materials. By signing a lien waiver, these parties agree to waive their right to file a lien against the property in exchange for payment or other consideration.

Audits are designed to ensure all financial reports are knowledge-based, factual and follow regulatory guidelines. The auditing process is important as it presents credibility to a set of financial statements—giving both shareholders and the company confidence in the fairness of all accounts. It can also help to improve a company’s internal controls and systems as a resource to better processes and find efficiencies in them.

The U.S. economy kicked off 2024 powerfully. Business activity, labor markets, sentiment and inflation indicators have been trending favorably. Yet, we must stay vigilant as rising consumer debt and high interest rates threaten to slow down economic growth.

In the pursuit of academic excellence, understanding how to effectively study is paramount. From late-night cram sessions to meticulously planned study schedules, each embarks on a unique quest to uncover the methods that yield the greatest results.

In B2B credit, business and law go together. Developing skills in business law helps credit professionals navigate complex legal environments, mitigate risks, protect assets and foster ethical conduct. Timothy Van Natta, CBF, clinical assurance division chief at California Department of Health Services (Sacramento, CA), just earned his Certified Business Fellow (CBF) designation through NACM’s six-level Professional Certification Program.

Credentials matter in credit. They enhance both your personal and company’s value through education and improve confidence in your day-to-day duties. NACM’s Professional Certification Program provides six levels of certification for credit professionals who want a deeper dive into their careers.

After a tumultuous election period, the Pakistani government now must deal with fallout from the country’s mount of foreign debt. The State Bank of Pakistan estimated its debt to be $124.5 billion and 42% of GDP. Though this is not extremely high based on international standards, Pakistan’s annual foreign exchange earnings through exports show that they are not enough to pay for imports.

Credit is the lifeblood of every business. Its role in managing cash, identifying risks and evaluating potential for loss are only a snippet of the entire picture. But there’s another key function that cannot be overlooked: accounting. As credit is the lifeblood of a business, accounting is the language of a business.

Artificial intelligence (AI) has arrived in the construction industry, promising to revolutionize it. From preconstruction to site safety, the construction industry is using more AI technology to facilitate the various stages of the construction process.