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BP Welcomes New Members and Associates |
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Builder Partnerships is pleased to announce our newest Builder Members:
Woldt Homes
Sattler Homes
Lombardo Companies
Gregg Design Custom Homes
McArthur Homes
Peachtree Residential |
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UPCOMING BUILDER PARTNERSHIPS
WEBINARS |
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August 21: Sales Series: Tellin Ain't Sellin' with Ross Robbins, MIRM
August 29: Purchasing Series: TBD
Chuck Shinn, The Shinn Group
Contact
for more details. |
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UPCOMING LEE EVANS GROUP SEMINARS IN CHICAGO |
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September 18-20:
The Superintendent's Job-Front Line Manager
September 22-24:
Managing for Profit
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BP Online and in the News |
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Builder Partnerships members and associates are regularly featured in online magazines.
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Volume III, Issue VIII
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August 2008
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| What is Builder Partnerships and How Do I Join? |
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| If you enjoy receiving this newsletter, then why not join Builder Partnerships and get all the benefits? It is much more than just a rebate program...It is truly a partnership. Although we offer thousands of dollars in incentives per unit from more than 60 manufacturers and suppliers across over 30 different product groups, there are many more reasons to join Builder Partnerships. Read more... |
| From the Desk of the CEO |
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Throughout my life I have observed there are two kinds of people: those who sit and complain when the going gets tough and those who get up out of their chairs and try to change their situation. This is no different when you look at builders and manufacturers during this tough, tough economy. Read more... |
| Builder Partnerships Blitzes Are Paying Off |
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Builder Partnerships continues to feature our Manufacturer Associates' products in monthly "blitzes" to our builder members. Each month we have selected three or four product groups to highlight in communications to our builders. Typically, the blitz starts with a "Product Feature" email from CEO Glenn Singer to over 100 builder companies in North America, focusing on specific manufacturers. Read more... |
| 50 Mistakes Builders Make, Part 2: No Strategic Plan (3-5 Years) |
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By Charles C. Shinn, Jr., Ph.D.
Shinn Consulting
This month, I will focus on strategic planning. It is crucial for the success of any homebuilding company, especially in today's challenging market, to plan for where it wants to be 3-5 years from now and to focus the decisions and actions on the goals and objectives defined by the plan. If it does not, the market will define who the company is, and the management team may make decisions that could impact the goals in a negative way, even sacrificing the reputation, vision and profitability of the company in the future. When making decisions, always evaluate how they impact your long-term strategy. Read more... |
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Baldwin and Kwikset Win Awards |
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Two divisions of Black & Decker Hardware and Home Improvement Group (BDHHI), Kwikset® and Baldwin have recently been recognized with industry awards. Kwikset was selected as one of the "Top 100 Best New Products" from Professional Builder Magazine, and also awarded a "2008 Technology Choice Award" by readers of Multi-Housing News, in the security category. Baldwin was awarded several ADEX awards from Design Journal. Read more... |
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Momentum Increases for Builder Partnerships |
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With each passing quarter, Builder Partnerships shows increasing momentum. The results from the second quarter show a 9% increase in per unit rebates. We had a 35% increase in the total amount of rebates, and an increase of 28% for the number of homes registered. These increases will show benefits for everyone. Read more... |
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First Glance Enhancements Help Sell Homes |
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On the exterior of the home there are plenty of opportunities to make upgrades that help increase the curb appeal of a house, but what about the inside of the home? Once you get people in the door, what will be their first impression? Read more... |
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Differentiate Differently with Closet and Storage Upgrades |
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  North American consumers spend heavily on consumer goods. We see it and we've got to have it. And then we've got to store it somewhere. This is why the storage market continues to be a great growth opportunity for builders, and Rubbermaid is a great solutions provider. Read more... |
| And The Winners Are.... |
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Each quarter, Builder Partnerships recognizes the members who have been the most active in our program. The winners for the second quarter of 2008 are: Read more... |
Storage is an Easy Add On and is Key to Selling Standing Inventory |
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Builders can move homes that need to be sold by enhancing the areas of the home that are important to home buyers, most importantly storage. Read more... |
| Lombardo Homes Shows Buyers "It Is Possible!" |
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Founded nearly 50 years ago, Lombardo Homes is one of the largest and most recognized new home builders and developers in Michigan. One of Builder Partnerships' newest members, the award-winning company specializes in designing and building distinctive, yet moderately priced homes. They create condominiums and single family homes for every homebuyer: first-timers, growing families and down-sizers. Read more... |
| Attending a Webinar Just Got Easier |
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Builder Partnerships has ironed out all of our technical issues, and we are now "in the groove" with our webinar technology. Our new tool is even better than ever. It allows us to have more dynamic interactions throughout the call. Read more ... |
| Great Speakers at PB Benchmark and AVID Leadership Conference |
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Chuck Shinn and Jamie Bigelow of Bigelow Homes (a BP member) are speaking at the upcoming Professional Builder Benchmark and AVID Leadership Conference. From October 5-7 in Phoenix, Ariz., the conference theme is "Tools for the Turnaround". For more information, visit their website at http://www.housingzone.com/probuilder/info/CA6369493.html |
| Builders Can Weathersafe Homes and Capitalize on a Strong Partnership |
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Did you know you can get incentives from both Stock® Building Supply and ThermaTru® doors through Builder Partnerships? Take advantage of the ThermaTru / Stock partnership and get double the incentives (one from ThermaTru and one from Stock) when you order your Therma-Tru door or a Therma-Tru Tru-Defense Door System from your local Stock® Building Supply, then submit homes for both programs on the Builder Partnerships website. Read more... |
| BP is Offering Opportunities to Reach Builder Clients |
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| Beginning next month, Builder Partnerships will be offering all of its Manufacturer Associates the opportunity to sponsor our webinars and place ads in this newsletter, such as the ad below from Stock® Building Supply. For more information on pricing, contact Monica@builderpartnerships.com. Read more... | |
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