The course that Installs the system, not just teaches it

From Payroll Panic to Permanent Profit

The Profit First Cash Flow System for Construction

You're running a profitable construction business. Your P&L says so. So why does it feel like there's never enough cash?

Because profit on paper and cash in the bank are two different numbers. This course closes that gap — permanently.

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8-week live program
Cash Flow MRI included
Built on Profit First for Commercial Construction
Wade Carpenter, CPA, CGMA

⚠ If you've ever thought "we're busy, so why is cash always tight?" — this is for you.

Your P&L says
"You made money this year."
Your bank account says
"Then where is it?"

Self-paced: $995 (Cash Flow MRI available as an add-on) · Live cohort: $2,500 · Includes a personal one-on-one MRI session with Wade, weekly live office hours, and 3-month access to the Profit First Construction OS ($447 value)

Permanent profit,
not paper profit.

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Are you a construction contractor struggling with cash flow and financial management?

See how the Profit First system can take your construction business from payroll panic to permanent profit.

"Profit First for Commercial Construction" is more than just a book.

It's a business novel that introduces you to Alex, a general contractor navigating the challenges of the construction industry.

Guided by Wade Carpenter, a seasoned CPA, Alex learns to apply the Profit First principles, transforming his business and achieving financial stability.

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  • Learn through Storytelling: The story brings to life the daily struggles and triumphs of a general contractor, vividly depicting the realities of the construction business.
  • Diverse Perspectives: Alex and the cast of subcontractors introduce the nuances of various trades within the construction industry and show how Profit First can be adapted to different roles.
  • Actionable Insights: Each chapter includes key takeaways and action plans tailored to the unique needs of construction contractors. You'll learn how to manage cash flow, control expenses, and increase profitability.
  • Expert Guidance: Author Wade Carpenter understands the complexities of construction cash flow and has helped numerous contractors achieve financial success by adapting the Profit First methodology to their businesses.

Expert Guidance for Construction Contractors

The construction industry is fraught with financial challenges, from managing cash flow to handling unpredictable expenses and ensuring profitability. Wade Carpenter's expertise shines through as he addresses these issues head-on, providing practical advice and strategies to help you take control of your finances.

Dealing with
Cash Flow

Learn how to manage the unique cash flow challenges in construction, such as the timing of payments, retaining earnings, and dealing with slow-paying clients. Implement strategies to ensure a steady cash flow and avoid financial pitfalls.

Adapting
Profit First

Discover how to adapt the Profit First principles specifically for the construction industry. Understand the nuances of separating real revenue from job expenses, and how to allocate funds effectively.

Controlling
Expenses

Gain insights into controlling overhead costs, managing subcontractors, and optimizing your budget to ensure every project contributes positively to your bottom line.

Overcoming
Challenges

Address common challenges faced by construction contractors, such as underbidding, managing debt, and dealing with economic fluctuations, with proven strategies and practical solutions.

"This book will change the way you think about profit and your business."

If you've tried implementing Profit First but felt like it didn't quite work for construction, this book fills in those gaps. If you're not familiar with Profit First, this book lays out the basics of the cash flow management system and then adapts it to construction to make it work for you more effectively. I recommend it to any contractor who wants to build a business that can not only grow sustainably now, but will also allow them to leave a legacy in the future.

JOSEPH

"This book will change the way you think about profit and your business."

If you've tried implementing Profit First but felt like it didn't quite work for construction, this book fills in those gaps. If you're not familiar with Profit First, this book lays out the basics of the cash flow management system and then adapts it to construction to make it work for you more effectively. I recommend it to any contractor who wants to build a business that can not only grow sustainably now, but will also allow them to leave a legacy in the future.

JOSEPH

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A private community where contractors talk money, honestly.

The only platform built for how contractors actually run money.

Profit First OS: A members-only forum

Become part of a growing community of construction contractors who are taking control of their finances.

By joining our community, you'll gain access to exclusive resources, courses, and tools designed to help you implement Profit First in your business.

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Construction calculators
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Years of Wade's expertise inside the platform
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200+ Construction Financial Calculators

The most complete calculator library in the construction industry.

  • Estimating & Bidding: Markup vs. Margin, Bid markup calculator, sub bid leveling, unit cost buildup, contingency estimator
  • Profit First Core: Profit First Allocator, Strategic Profit Analyzer, Reverse Cash Flow, Overhead Burden Rate
  • Labor & Field Calculations: Burdened labor rate, Crew production rate, Prevailing Wage, Workers Comp
  • Trade-Specific Tools: across concrete, masonry, framing, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, site work, excavation, finishes and more.

Get the first 2 chapters of Profit First for Commercial Construction free!