Why Construction Businesses Are Still Waiting 60–90 Days to Get Paid (And What to Do About It)
By Arran Turner, Founder of Sorbus Finance If you’re running a construction business, you already know the frustration I’m talking about. You’ve done the work. Your team has been on site, the materials are in, the job is done — and now you’re sitting there watching the clock tick down on a 60 or 90-day […]
Construction Cash Flow: Winning More Work Shouldn’t Mean More Financial Pressure
In the construction sector, growth is often seen as the ultimate indicator of success. Winning new contracts, expanding your pipeline, and increasing turnover are all signs that your business is moving in the right direction. This blog works through construction finance, cash flow solutions and some common challenges in the industry. Yet behind the scenes, […]
Late Payments Are Still Hurting Construction Firms – How to Stay Liquid
Late payments remain one of the biggest threats to construction businesses across the UK. Despite industry reforms, payment pledges, and better contract frameworks, the reality on the ground hasn’t changed enough. Contractors, subcontractors and developers are still waiting 30, 60, sometimes even 90 days or more to be paid. Our report shows the top cash […]
How AI Is Being Used to Assist with Planning and Estimation in Construction
The construction industry has always been defined by complexity. Tight margins, fluctuating material costs, labour shortages, weather delays, and evolving compliance requirements all make accurate planning and estimation a formidable challenge. For decades, these tasks relied heavily on experience, spreadsheets, and best-guess scenarios. Today, that is changing. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping how construction […]
5 Proven Ways Construction Companies Can Access Equipment Finance Fast
In today’s competitive building industry, construction companies need access to the latest machinery, vehicles, and tools to stay efficient and profitable. Yet, with high upfront costs, purchasing equipment outright is often unrealistic. This is where equipment financing becomes a game-changer. Whether you’re looking to replace outdated machinery, expand your fleet, or take on a new […]
Crucial Invoice Finance Options For Construction Companies
Hi, I’m Lewis Booker from Sorbus Finance, and if you’re a construction business owner, you’ll know that cash flow can make or break projects. It doesn’t matter whether you’re dealing with materials suppliers, subcontractors, or clients with long payment terms—managing working capital is one of the biggest challenges in the sector. That’s where invoice finance […]
Key Construction Trends in 2025: How Finance in Construction Is Changing
As we move through 2025, the UK construction industry is navigating a wave of new trends — from economic shifts and regulatory updates to innovations in technology and modern methods of building. Against this backdrop, Finance in Construction is evolving rapidly, with smarter, more flexible funding models now key to driving project success. In this […]