Ask Paul Estridge, who is turning to private equity to save his business. More
While the housing crash has hit appliance providers as hard as it has hit home builders, it also has offered more of an opportunity to compete for bigger shares of what market remains. Builders have been streamlining their businesses for the sake of cost savings and efficiencies, whittling down the number of floor plans, the variety of materials and options they offer, and, in the case of appliance providers, sometimes choosing to go with one exclusive provider rather than two or more. More
Most builders say they’re on target to complete and close houses, but they're worried about buyers who still haven’t gotten mortgages yet. More
GE remains the biggest supplier of appliances to home builders but Whirlpool has recently garnered some big contracts. More
The all-important spring selling season becomes even more significant this year with a slow housing market and temporary home buyer tax credits. Here are 10 tips to improve your chances of having a successful campaign. More
On Sept. 30, 2009, The Building and Construction Trades Department (BCTD) of the AFL-CIO, a coalition of Native American Indian tribal councils, and 12 national and international unions launched the Native Construction Careers Institute (NCCI), a training partnership that will help members of Native American tribes launch careers in construction. More
North Carolina judge approves reorganization plan, in which the builder will complete homes for and with its lenders. More
Builders must be able to verify that they and their subs meet immigration and hiring statutes. More
Vigilance and auditing are keys to thwarting crimes, says leading risk management firm. More
