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This Podcast Is Episode Number 432, And It's About Cash Flow Advice For Construction Businesses Solid cash flow management is vital to ensuring your business survives, but not everyone understands what cash flow is or how to manage it. That's likely what makes it a leading cause of stress for construction business owners.   Cash flow refers to the movement of money into and out of your business. It's based on the amount of money you bring in minus the amount you spend. A positive cash flow means you're bringing in more than you're spending. A negative cash flow means you aren't bringing in enough to cover your expenses. Your company can run into problems by not charging enough for goods or services, having late-paying clients chronically, growing too quickly, or simply spending too much money.   Without proper tracking and matching of income and expenses, most construction companies never know if they made a profit until the job is over. Cash flow can vary throughout the year, depending on sales cycles or w