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Volume V, Issue V
| May 2010
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| Cutting Edge Decks From TimberTech | |
By Kevin Brennan, Senior VP, Sales & Marketing
Today's homeowners are increasingly looking for low-maintenance decking and railing systems that are as aesthetically pleasing as they are functional, stylish and secure. Read more ... |
| Phoney Wars and The Next Big Thing | |
By Brad Bombardiere, Head Web Chef, Reality Concepts
Social media is a critical part of a mandatory formula for success on the internet. So what will be the next big thing out there? The mobile phone wars give us some insight. Read more... |
Outdoor Living with Progress Lighting | |
Whether installing lanterns to increase safety outside or making walkways and garden paths come alive, post top lanterns, deck lighting and step lighting is essential to enhancing the beauty of a home's exterior. Read more ... |
| 50 Mistakes Builders Make, Part 17:
Lack of Discipline | |
By Charles C. Shinn, Jr., Ph.D., The Shinn Group In order to have a successful organization and make decent profits, you must support the policies and procedures you have in place. Read more... |
Market Performance and Finance Survey
Confirms Trends | |

During the month of April, we conducted a brief survey of builders across the country to determine their perception of market performance and finance options in 2009 as compared to the first quarter of 2010. Read more... |
| 10 Ways For Builders to Improve Their Online Marketing Efforts | |
By Alison Rice, BUILDER Magazine
According to separate recent online seminars by Internet marketing experts Mollie Elkman of Group Two Advertising in Philadelphia and Brad Bombardiere of Reality Concepts in Colorado, anywhere from 59% to 70% of home builders are using social media. Read more... |
| As You Like It | |
By Jenny Sullivan, BUILDER Magazine
When it comes to personalizing homes for individual buyers, Builder Partnerships member Sivage Homes has figured out what far too many other volume builders have not, observes building consultant Chuck Shinn-that mass customization is profitable and sustainable only when it's offered in the context of a tightly controlled framework. Read more ... |
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8th Annual Top of the World Party & Fishing Outing | |
 All proceeds from the 2010 event will be donated to Lou Schisler's alma mater, the Williamson Free School of Mechanical Trades, for a scholarship in the building and construction trades. For more information and to learn about sponsorship opportunities, Read more... |
PCBC Reception Hosted by Kova Solutions | |
  Come to a reception and network with leading builders and manufacturers on June 9, 6:00-8:00 PM at the Grand Hyatt San Francisco. To register and learn more, click here. |
| Builder Partnerships Well Represented at KBIS 2010 | |
 KBIS 2010 was a great place for BP to strengthen existing relationships and expand services and members. Read more... |
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