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    Nonresidential Construction Spending Rises to Highest Level on Record in February

    April 1, 2025
    Private nonresidential spending increased 0.4%, while public nonresidential construction spending was up 0.2% in February.

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    ‘Service Nuggets’ and When to Think Globally Rather Than Locally

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    Understanding “nuggets of wisdom” and “why” is so critical to a successful service visit and rescue project.
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    During his first remarks as MCAA President, Brian Hughes shared one philosophy he lives by, which comes from his father: “Everyone either has more time or more money—whichever you have, that’s what you give.” I try to give my time to the people and causes that matter, including this association.

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    Solid Business Sense: Private Equity and the MEP Trades

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    While PE investment can accelerate growth and offer financial freedom, it may also bring cultural shifts and operational changes to family-run businesses.

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