Business
Business
How to Master Writing a Scope of Work, Explained by a Lawyer
A general scope of work doesn't give you wiggle room—it puts your business in danger
Custom Builder
Fewer Custom Homes Built in 2023
Custom home building pulls back, but could positivity be on the horizon?
Business
Do's and Don'ts for Contractors On Social Media
Do this, not that. A marketer shares quick basics to follow for a strong social media approach for your business
Custom Builder
How the Yelp v. Google Lawsuit Could Impact Online Reviews, A Lawyer Explains
You focus on Google reviews to boost your company’s reputation. What happens now that Yelp alleges Google’s monopoly on reviews?
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Business
Time-Machine Lessons
We ask custom builders: If you could redo your first house or revisit the first years of running your business, what would you do differently?
Design
Coming Soon: The New American Remodel 2019
The 2019 New American Remodel will blend modern design with a farm-to-table lifestyle
Business
Strategies for Maximizing Profit
Custom home builders talk about what they do on the front end of a project to achieve better margins
Backstory
Backstory: Good Chemistry
A scientist and an accountant combine their varied skills in a sustainable building company
Business
Syncing Great Client Expectations
Custom home builders share how managing client expectations can eliminate drama and create a better customer experience
Business
Custom Builders Branching Out
Two custom builders seek to improve margins: one by unitizing pricing relationships with trades, the other by pursuing a coveted homebuyer group
Business
International Etiquette
Foreign buyers are playing a significant role in new-home sales and understanding the international nuances of negotiating can help close a deal
Business
The Challenges Of Building Custom On Remote Sites
Building custom homes in out-of-the-way locations poses many challenges, not the least of which is septic
Business
Custom Clients Opt For Smaller, Smarter Homes
Thoughtfully designed, scaled-down homes are more sustainable, enabling clients to live well with less