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Structure a professional construction budget by defining the scope, organizing the 12 essential items, and applying precise contingency ranges (5-10% for new builds, 15-25% for rehabilitation) to protect profitability and minimize financial deviations.
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The BOE has published RDL 28/2026 and 29/2026, which introduce urgent measures such as the suspension of evictions for vulnerable groups, automatic lease extensions, and a 10 billion euro fund for home purchases. RDL 28/2026 will enter into force on November 15, 2026, subject to ratification by the Permanent Delegation, while RDL 29/2026 regulates the automatic extension of contracts.
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Practical contrast of purchase, rental, leasing, and renting for construction companies in Spain. Analyzes total cost of ownership (TCO), taxation, maintenance, and operational flexibility to optimize liquidity and profitability for each project.
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A practical method for small construction businesses: verify receipt, record exits linked to budget items, compare actual consumption with forecasts, and classify the causes of differences to protect the budget.
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A practical guide for construction SMEs in Spain: how to build project-by-project treasury forecasts, manage the gap between payments and collections, and mitigate risks from delays or guarantee retentions.
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A structured review of experience, personnel, prevention, planning, and financial terms helps reduce uncertainty before engaging a subcontractor. Specific requirements depend on the type of project, the contract, and the regulations applicable in Spain.
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A clear workflow for recording requests, assessing costs and schedules, obtaining approvals, and keeping drawings, budgets, schedules, and subcontractors aligned.
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A step-by-step review helps determine whether the company meets the requirements, can carry out the project, and has sufficient margin and cash flow to take on its risks.
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Joint Resolution 59/2026 authorizes the settlement of recognized obligations to contractors using a basket of peso-denominated securities instead of immediate cash payments. Companies must opt in and accept the terms of the scheme.
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In Pereira, the Government presented priorities for the new National Development Plan and preliminary figures for projects: a national portfolio estimated at $535.1 trillion and 21 initiatives for the Coffee Axis worth $38.7 trillion. Neither figure implies approval or funding.
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A focused set of indicators can help detect schedule, cost, productivity, and quality variances. Their usefulness depends on clearly defining the formulas, sources, and context for each figure.
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Effective monitoring combines a clear baseline, reliable physical measurements, and a review of actual and committed costs. Earned value helps identify variances, but the figures are useful only when interpreted alongside their causes and the team’s technical judgment.
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