on April 10,2011 in Feature
New twists on standard market research methods help builders spot opportunities and more effectively pinpoint buyer groups.
on April 10,2011 in Feature
From optimizing foundation design to reducing roof pitch to re-thinking your trash-removal process, Lean operations guru Scott Sedam identifies numerous ways to save a bundle on each and every home...
on April 06,2011 in Feature
Exclusive PR research shows continued growth in bath market
on March 28,2011 in Feature
While many home builders are minimizing exposure to land assets, opportunistic companies like Charter Homes, Signature Homes, and Toll Brothers view distressed land acquisition as a solution for both...
on March 18,2011 in Feature (Web Exclusive)
Making money as a builder has never been more demanding than it is today. New tools and ideas are required to achieve success. Join Professional Builder's editors Patrick O'Toole and David Barista...
on March 15,2011 in Feature
Recognizing the abundance of land deals available, the fact that banks are loosening their grip on distressed properties, and forecasts that show the housing market is finally on the road to...
on February 20,2011 in Feature
If you think improved pricing is all you need to successfully restart a failed community, think again. Learn what the best professionals are doing to ensure success when entering a community that was...
on February 09,2011 in Feature (Web Exclusive)
With more than $4.4 billion in total residential revenue and 17,095 closings in 2010, PulteGroup tops Professional Builder’s annual Housing Giants ranking of the nation’s largest home-building...
on February 08,2011 in Feature
Harvard report shows extent of downturn, but also reasons for optimism in remodeling
on January 31,2011 in Feature
Next year, for the first time, it’s expected that more consumers will access the Internet using a mobile device than a traditional desktop or laptop computer. The proliferation of smart phones like...
on January 31,2011 in Feature
Neighborhood schools, ample garage space, walk-in-closets, and walking/biking paths are among the community and home features most desired by first-time buyers, according to a survey of ...
on January 03,2011 in Feature
The recession has had a major impact on kitchen design. Gone are the ornate and formal styles with travertine marble flooring and intricate decorative trim. Clients today are moving toward cleaner-...
on January 03,2011 in Feature
New research by Custom Builder magazine provides insights into client profiles, home specifications, and top business challenges. Among the findings: homes are getting smaller, purse...
on January 03,2011 in Feature
Last month, the U.S. Census Bureau released the first batch of the freshly collected 2010 census data of the nation. The big news so far: The official resident population count increased 9.7 percent...
on December 27,2010 in Feature
With the right price and the right location, the numbers on any unfinished house or neighborhood can look like a great deal. But the key to making money on partially completed projects is thorough...
on December 27,2010 in Feature
When it comes to specifying window systems for new-home projects, energy efficiency and price are the top considerations among home builders, according to a December 2010 survey of Professional...
on December 09,2010 in Feature
on December 09,2010 in Feature
While challenges persist, remodelers are more optimistic about the 2011 remodeling market than they’ve been since the housing boom.
on December 05,2010 in Feature
While home builders are less than upbeat about the health of the overall housing market, most are optimistic when it comes forecasting revenue and profit for 2011, according to a survey of...
on November 29,2010 in Feature (Web Exclusive)
While home builders are less than upbeat about the health of the overall housing market, most are optimistic when it comes forecasting revenue and profit for 2011, according to a survey of ...
