In this new uncertain environment, project owners should proactively manage... More
Remodelers are likely to face numerous legal issues because of the current global... More
Insert language into the contract protecting yourself More
Builders are adding provisions designed to help them avoid paying you, columnist... More
We hear their use is rising and want to help fellow dealers and distributors fight... More
First rule: Pay more attention to contracts than you’ve ever imagined More
Stop falling victim to price negotiations. If you want to enhance your margins and upsell you need to shift towards helping your customers make money. You need to start proposing and stop bidding. More
The recent price spike in the OSB markets has been blamed on greedy, sinister and evil OSB mills, Mentor Lumber's Floyd Fishleigh notes. But he believes the price spike had a lot more to do with building material dealers' actions then any recent actions by the OSB mills. More
Scholl Truss and Component Co. (STACC), a six-year-old Houston-based manufacturer of wall panels, roof trusses, and floor trusses, will close sometime in October once it fulfills its current contracts. A company official said the downturn in multifamily construction led to the decision. More
Following Wednesday's court order, the Boise, Idaho dealer and construction services provider can continue to meet its obligations to customers, including the fulfillment of contracts and honoring warranties, while meeting its obligations to suppliers, employees, and subcontractors. More
