Learn how progress payments in property development work, how to assess builder claims, manage variations and finance, and avoid paying ahead of construction.

In property development, disputes over money are not uncommon. Progress payments, variations, delays, and scope changes can all lead to disagreements between developers, builders, and subcontractors. When those disputes arise, the biggest risk is not just the disagreement itself, but the impact it has on cash flow and project momentum. This is where the adjudication process becomes critical. Adjudication is a fast, legally enforceable dispute resolution mechanism designed spe