The employee shortage is far from over. There are not enough qualified workers to fill open positions. This holds true for the construction industry where many factors are preventing employers from finding and retaining the talent they need. In this article, I will provide some ways to help your construction business not only acquire new talent, but also hold on to the skilled workers you already have.

The U.S. Supreme Court’s landmark decision of South Dakota v. Wayfair is almost four years old. That makes now a good time for contractors to review their sales and use tax obligations. This article discusses the concept of nexus, notes some construction specifics and assesses the ultimate impact of Wayfair. A sidebar looks at the potential benefits of a reverse sales-and-use tax audit.