| From the Desk of the CEO |
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Last month I had a discussion with several non-competing manufacturers at the Pacific Coast Builders' Conference in San Francisco. As you can imagine, the topics were varied and the content was quite interesting as many different view points were expressed. That is, until the subject of Request for Proposal (RFP) came up. On this subject the manufacturers were all on the same page. Read more... |
| Competing for Sales in a Fearful Market |
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 An excerpt from the Builder Radio program "Why Now is a Good Time to Buy"
By Ross Robbins, Shinn Consulting
Summary written by Scott Stroud
"Customers are paralyzed with uncertainty. They are more afraid of making a mistake than they are of getting a good deal. They are more afraid of making a mistake than they are of finding the right home." So states Ross Robbins to a group of builders and salespeople at one of his seminars. To survive, builders need to see the market through their buyer's eyes. Only then, Ross says, can we begin to address their concerns. Read more... |
| 50 Mistakes Builders Make: |
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By Charles C. Shinn, Jr., Ph.D.
Shinn Consulting
I am opening the series on 50 Mistakes Builders Make, with a very common and costly mistake builders make: Rush to construction. I don't know how many times I have worked with builders where major issues and problems could have been avoided if only the builder had spent the necessary time upfront planning and preparing for the job. Read more... |
| Builder Partnerships: Improvements
Streamline the Program |
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Builder Partnerships is an organization that listens to its members and responds. Based on the feedback we had received from our membership, we recently have made several changes to improve the program. Read more... |
| Wrought Iron Garage Doors Gain
Popularity Among Builders |
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  With the continuing lackluster housing market, custom and tract builders alike are seeking ways to differentiate the homes they build more than ever before. Real estate professionals readily agree that homes with unique characteristics, particularly upscale finishing touches, grab the attention of potential buyers. Read more... |
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The Ins & Outs of Finished Basements |
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Builders and homeowners alike recognize the untapped resource that resides below ground-in the basement. Whether it's new construction or a remodeling project, utilization of the basement offers many advantages to homeowners. Read more... |
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Turn Heads with Designer Garage Doors
from Clopay |
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  The garage door may not be the first item you think of upgrading when you're building a home, but realtors say it's worth your attention. That's because most buyers judge a house by its exterior. Read more... |
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Reshaping the Way You Think About Lighting |
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  A revolution has hit the world of lighting and it is called LED, and the timing could not have been better. In a world of staggering energy costs, LEDs are a bright spot for our future and an answer to the global need for energy-efficient lighting. Read more... |
Find Green Building Designs
with Progress Lighting |
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  It's a good thing that green initiatives not only contribute to a healthier environment and community but also save money in the long run. Why? According to Big Builder and a new survey by consultancy Robert Charles Lesser, most buyers who invest in green home features are willing to spend more if they provide health benefits, save energy or are good for the environment. Read more... |
| MI Windows and Door's Bridgewood Line Emerges with Maximum Energy Efficiency |
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 MI Windows and Doors has recently introduced its BridgeWood™ line, unique for its combination of structural strength, classic appearance and energy efficiency. Read more... |
| Builder Partnerships Online |
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Builder Partnerships members and associates are regularly featured in online magazines. Read more ... |
