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From the Desk of the CEO |
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 By Glenn Singer
Well it is the time of year when it is appropriate to look back over the past 12 months and reflect on the events, as well as the lessons learned from them. Read more... |
| Looking Forward to a New Year |
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 By Monica Wheaton
This has been a very tough year to be in the home building business, but hopefully through our nearly weekly webinars, newsletters, training programs, incentives / rebates, and our push to build direct manufacturer / builder relationships we have helped many of you hang in there. Read more ... |
Serving Millenials with Storage Solutions |
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 By Gil Foltz, Executive Vice President, SCHULTE
Builders need to pay attention to the newest emerging heavyweights in the housing market -- the millennials. Read more . . . |
50 Mistakes Builders Make, Part 14:
Not Having a Transactional Website and / or Participating in Social Networking Opportunities |
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 By Charles C. Shinn, Jr., Ph.D., The Shinn Group
If you do not have an active presence online, you need to get one NOW! Your website is your new front door and your online presence is crucial. Read more ... |
| Come See The Shinn Group at IBS |
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 Come see your favorite speakers at IBS. And don't forget the 5th Annual Builder Partnerships Networking Reception. Read more ... |
From: A Millennial
To: The Homebuilder |
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 By Emily Bombardiere I am a millennial. I like flashy. I like bright colors and shiny things. So make sure your website matches the style of product and matches my taste. Read more . . . |
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PLACE YOUR ADVERTISEMENT HERE |
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| Manufacturers: If you are interested in placing an ad in this newsletter, contact Emma Jane Wildermuth for this and other marketing and advertising opportunities. |
Social Marketing Survey:
Surprising Statistics From Our Members |
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Last month we conducted a brief website / social marketing survey of our builder members. 61% of the builders surveyed are using at least one type of social marketing, with LinkedIn being the most popular site used. Read more ... |
| Bedrock Builds Success with Social Networking |
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 Steve Ball, co-owner and president of Bedrock Builders turned a little internet research into a very successful sale and an extremely happy buyer. Read more ... |
| Sivage Homes Finds Its Market Niche |
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 The private production builder is carving out its own market of buyers by offering what big builders can't: a level of home customization in entry-level homes. Read more . . . |
| Different Shades of Green |
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  By John Kurowski, Kurowski Development Co.
Do not put your reputation and company in a position that could be challenged and damaged if you have not prepared a solid foundation of green practices. Read more ... |
Herb Kohler Named
One of the 30 Most Influential People |
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 In celebration of BUILDER magazine's 30th anniversary, Hanley Wood announced the 30 Most Innovative Entrepreneurs in the home building industry. Read more ... |
Overhead Door Acquires
Wayne-Dalton's Door Business |
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 Overhead Door Corporation has completed its acquisition of Wayne-Dalton's residential and commercial door business. Read more ... |
