1. Albany-specific tax handling
- State sales tax: 0%. Local jurisdictions in Albany may add their own rate — verify with your local tax assessor.
- Late fees: OR statute Or. Rev. Stat. §82.010 caps interest on unpaid invoices at 1.5% per month.
2. Standard general contractor line items
- Mobilization — billed by flat.
- Labor — billed by hour (~$85 default).
- Materials — billed by itemized.
- Subcontractor markup — billed by percent.
3. Payment terms that work in Albany
Net 30 is standard for general contractors. Most general contractors in competitive markets like Albany require a 25% deposit upfront before scheduling work. Accept card and ACH on the invoice itself — Albany customers expect a one-click payment link in their inbox.
4. Licensing & disclosures
Most states require a general contractor license over a job-value threshold (varies $500-$50K). Bonding and insurance commonly required.
Metro
Albany
State
OR
Net terms
30 days
Deposit
25%