7 Sales and Marketing Trends to Watch (and Learn From)
These award-winning campaigns from NAHB's 2024 National Sales and Marketing Awards showcase next-level strategies and stellar results
Proven Ways to Improve Jobsite Productivity
Consider these solutions for reducing cycle time, hard costs, dry runs, rework, miscommunication, and overall inefficiencies on the jobsite
Sales and Texting? Know the Rules
Texting your sales prospects en masse can be an efficient way to get your message through if you follow these best practices
How to Create a More Inclusive Workplace for Women in Construction
Consider these tips and techniques to attract and retain more women in your home building company and reap the benefits of a more diverse workforce
Ways Women Are Overcoming Hurdles and Making Gains in Construction Careers
Actionable advice for women construction workers who encounter bias on the job
7 Ways Jobsites Could Be More Inclusive and Welcoming to Women
Four industry pros weigh in on simple but significant ways to make construction sites more welcoming to women
Lean Building
How to Save Serious Money With Progressive Value Engineering
See how Loudermilk Homes is saving thousands of dollars on every home it builds
Financials
Cash Isn't Just King, It's Your Lifeline
Four experts explain how paying attention to cash flow can help keep builders from robbing Peter to pay Paul
Quality Matters
How to Avoid Drywall Problems From Truss Uplift
Warranty service calls and related costs to fix drywall cracks and nail pops are easily avoided by getting a few simple details right when installing trusses
Sales + Marketing
5 Keys to Selling High-Performance Homes
When correctly marketed, high-performance homes sell faster and at higher…
Quality Matters
The Drip Cap. Essential? Absolutely
Ignoring the proper specifications and installation of this little strip of metal can cause big problems
The New American Home
The New American Home 2019: Luxury on High
Perched above the Las Vegas Valley, this year’s New American Home delivers seamless indoor-outdoor spaces, luxurious private areas, and a wealth of wow factors
Construction Quality
Construction Quality = Customer Satisfaction
A comprehensive commitment to construction quality ultimately leads to satisfied homebuyers and more referrals
Quality Matters
One-Coat Stucco Basics—6 Common Problem Areas
Protect yourself from liability by avoiding these common stucco installation mistakes
Trend Alert: 5 Places to Install a Decorative Concrete Floor
Sure, a concrete floor is typical for a…
International Builders' Show
18 Ways to Maximize Your Time at the 2019 International Builders' Show—and 10 Mistakes to Avoid
The first lesson I learned in home building was that earning only comes before learning in the dictionary. To earn more money or be successful, you first have to grow your knowledge and skill base. IBS can be instrumental in that pursuit
