As your business grows, you'll need to develop an estimating system that does more... More
Sales of newly built homes surged last month to the highest level since 2008. But overall the housing market's slipped. More
Q: The label on my bottle of Rhino Ultra Glue states (in capital letters) "Keep from freezing," but doesn't say what to do if you don't. Can polyurethane glues be thawed and reused? When they freeze and then thaw, is it obvious that they've been affected? Even though these glues are pretty expensive, I'm wondering if my small $13 bottle needs to be thrown out because I accidentally left it in the truck overnight. More
Power tool shelf space is getting more crowded, as still more pro tool companies... More
Many contractors complain bitterly about their lack of cash flow. That's no surprise, given that employees, subs, and vendors all expect to be paid — whether or not the customer has paid the company. More
You've got the skills, and financing is available. You just need to make the first... More
The California Supreme Court recently made a decision that I personally disagree... More
If you don't front-load your payment schedule, you may find that the cash crunch... More
A builder tells how he uses banks, home equity, subordination agreements, and private investors to get the money to build on spec. More
