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February 22, 2009

Hey Folks , Trying to find any sample contracts for building a new home for a client and trying to save my self some time and yet have it professional…

February 22, 2009

How detailed are the notes you take on the first meeting with a potential client. Other than dimensions of course. I'd almost like to use a recorder to listen to…

February 21, 2009

Finally got off my but and hired a designer for my business. I'd like a critique of the site, from all you gals & pals out there. www.aaronrconstruction.com Go at…

February 19, 2009

I came up with a way to put a positive spin on the current work condidtions by sending out fliers to drum up work. Rather than dropping my rate I…

February 19, 2009

I recently learned that a sad mistake had been made on a building lot I own, in Upstate New York (I'm currently living in California).  A man who believed that he'd purchased…

February 19, 2009

Any Vanouver BC guys know the going rate for board and batten siding with rain screen? 1x3 over 1x6 cedar. I think it's about 3500 square ft. It's a high…

February 18, 2009

Bankruptcy Specialist Expects More Builder Failures This Year Maintaining positive cash flow is the key to survival. By Boyce Thompson The firm, Grant Thornton Corporate Advisory and Restructuring Services, searched…

February 17, 2009

Wife has an out patient hand operation- Medicare seems to pay the hospitals close (85% or so) of what they charge, like $5500.. The doctor charges $4300 for this 1…

February 17, 2009

My main business is as a framing subcontractor but I am also a licensed builder. With things slowing down, I am getting back into GCing projects, mainly additions and renovations.…

February 16, 2009

Ok, let me start by saying a. I, like anyone who has hung around here more than a week, have read Boss's "Spec House from Hell" thread. 2. No, not…