NKBA Tennessee Chapter September 2008 Meeting

September 25, 2008 by · Leave a Comment 

REDBUD Construction Services is attending the NKBA Tennessee Chapter Meeting in Nashville, TN at the ProSource Showroom (click here for a map).

The main speaker is Mark Naftel, counsel in the Business and Technology Group of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, and Berkowitz PC in Nashville, TN.  Mr. Naftel details the various parts of a contract and how they specifically relate those professionals in the construction/remodeling industry.

Listed below are the main aspects of the seminar:

What should be in a Contract?

  1. Indentity of parties
  2. Definitions
  3. Description of services or goods to be provided
  4. Payment – How Much and When
  5. Risk allocation
  6. Method of agreement – Signatures and hand written changes
  7. Details of deposits and payment schedules
  8. Explaination of handling Change Orders
  9. Inspections and approvals – sunset provisions
  10. Delays – Liquated damages and Bonus provisions
  11. Liens
  12. Warranties
  13. Subcontractors – Indemnity and regulatory compliance
  14. Inspection and acceptance provisions
  15. Limits of Liability
  16. Late Fees and cost of collection
The best quote about explaining why contracts are so important:
“THE CONTRACT SHOULD TELL YOUR STORY ABOUT HOW YOU RUN YOUR BUSINESS”
Most homeowners do not feel comfortable in reading, neogiating, or writing contracts.  It seems a bit confusing and overwhelming.  REDBUD Construction Services has designed our contracts to provide the client with clear and consise provisions for performing the work required for his or her project, and we encourage our clients not to sign any document they do not fully understand.

*The Mission of the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) is to enhance member success and excellence, promote professionalism and ethical business practices, and provide leadership and direction for the kitchen and bath industry worldwide.

About Shawn Van Dyke
Shawn has more than 10 years experience in Real Estate Development, Engineering, Architecture, and Construction. He absolutely loves helping people build their dreams and wearing his cowboy boots.

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