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General Contractors: Risks and Rewards in 5 Hot Markets

By Travelers
7 minutes

As demand surges across five key sectors, general contractors have major opportunities but also face significant challenges. From workforce shortages to legal risks, understanding and managing these obstacles is key to keeping projects on track and pursuing lucrative opportunities.

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