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The Future of Builder Financing
As banks shut off access to AD&C money, new vehicles begin to emerge. But alternative financing methods have their pros and cons.
Just a Moment
Simpson Strong-Tie has expanded its line of Strong Frame ordinary moment frames with a 16-foot-tall column and 14-, 18- and 20-foot-wide beams.
Braced For New Heights
iLevel’s Shear Brace prefabricated shear panel has received ICC-ES 2009 IBC/IRC code compliance verification for tall walls (up to 20 feet) and two-story applications.
Eco-Friendly Wood Alternative
LifeTime Composites, manufacturer of LifeTime Lumber composite deck, dock and fence material, has expanded its line to include privacy fences and pergolas.
Patio Showpiece
Pella Windows & Doors’ Pella 350 Series vinyl sliding patio door is designed to provide homeowners with an attractive focal point for their home that not only improves the view, but also helps reduce their energy bills.
Lighting the Way
Deckorators’ recessed, low-voltage lighting kit offers an elegant, subtle lighting option for walkways, steps or wherever better visibility is desired.
Inside Out
Blur the line between inside and outside with the Fold-A-Way Patio Door from Lincoln Wood Products.
Sales
10 Traits of a New-Home Sales Superstar
All builders look for sales superstars, yet few companies are consistently able to make great sales hires. Here are 10 traits to look for when recruiting your next sales professional
Five Tips on Marketing and Selling Green Homes
A growing number of builders are moving into the green homes business. But marketing and selling green brings a whole new set of challenges for builders. Leading experts offer advice on positioning green in the marketplace.
