September 2014 Table of Contents

Cover Story
Atlanta's New Civil War: This Time, It's Between Dealers Atlanta's New Civil War: This Time, It's Between Dealers

Nowhere else in America are the nation's 12 biggest LBM companies operating in the same market. Why? Read more

News
LBM’s M&A Forecast: Continued Torrid Conditions

Strong interest in deals by both buyers and sellers, plus good financing conditions, will sustain a hot market Read more

Florida LBM Execs Talk Distribution Channel at FBMA Panel Florida LBM Execs Talk Distribution Channel at FBMA Panel

Panelists discuss cautious optimism and competition in the supply chain Read more

Stock Details 'White Space' Growth Strategy

Dealer gives investors three-part plan for profitable gains Read more

More Stories
Are Business Alliances the Future for Most Dealers?

Alliances will have to be formed to meet the competitive pressures of the current economy Read more

How to Answer the 'No One Else...' Credit Complaint

Rest assured, other credit managers are just as tough as you Read more

LBM’s M&A Forecast: Continued Torrid Conditions

Strong interest in deals by both buyers and sellers, plus good financing conditions, will sustain a hot market Read more

How to Translate Manufacturer Lingo to Customers

Keep communication clear from the start to avoid scheduling headaches in the long run Read more

Experts and Dealers Share Truck-Buying Tips Experts and Dealers Share Truck-Buying Tips

Is it time to buy a new work truck? Here's what to think about Read more

My Yardsticks
For This Dealer, Business is All in the Family My Yardsticks For This Dealer, Business is All in the Family

Lodi Lumber's been in the family since 1889, and Jim Rice's daughter could be the next Rice in charge Read more

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