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Blogs
Blogs
Lessons From a Crisis—Getting Through Coronavirus
Without the power of a collective effort, I’m afraid we’ll still be talking about these issues in 10 years' time or longer
Predicting Profit: How to Know Your Margin Before You Close
It’s no secret that the home building business doesn't have tremendous gross margins. If you believe in the traditional 20/60/20 model, where 20…
Why Are Building Codes Important?
Why do we need up-to-date building codes?
Extreme weather and fires in the United States over the past five years caused approximately $…
Regulations
A Problem in Common: Balancing Regulations With Environmental Stewardship
When it comes to finding the balance between fees and regulations and addressing issues of environmental stewardship and housing affordability, we should keep in mind that we all caused this problem, so we all should share in the costs and solutions to fix it
International Builders' Show
After the International Builders' Show, the Show Goes On—On Demand
The information at the International Builders' Show is extensive and rich, but there's no way you can see or digest it all during the show. And you don't have to, since this info is available on demand after IBS
Energy Efficiency
Can Building a Passive House Cost the Same as a Code-Built Home?
Designer and builder Natalie Leonard shares how an energy-efficient Passive House can cost the same to build as a code-built home
Myths and Misconceptions About Going Solar
As home builders prepare for California's solar mandate, solar panel installer Mark Vogel dispels the myths and misconceptions
Home Builder as Concierge, Delivering Customer Service Excellence
Your ability to deliver a positive, personalized customer experience is a critical driver in sales
Net Zero
What Do Homebuyers Want? Builders Adopt a New Strategy
Homebuyer desires are ever-changing and transient. Getting back to some core principles can help builders refocus their business and attract buyers in the process
Video: Can Automating Your Documents Make You A Better Builder?
Edwards/Mooney & Moses, an insulation, garage door and gutter installer in central Ohio, was hand keying thousands of work order invoices and…