Remodelers, realtors, and lenders take a new look at renovation loans as banks offload foreclosures and homeowners scramble for renovation funds.
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An Arizona remodeler is surviving this year by lowering his margins to meet homeowner expectations and compete with new contractors.
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One Indianapolis remodeling company finds that a busier fall may mean material delivery delays that affect cash flow and scheduling. And, as business picks up for remodelers across the nation, such delays may become increasingly common.
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A New Jersey remodeler is enthusiastic about homeowners reacting positively to a few strong economic indicators, as well as the potential market from the state’s generous energy-efficient remodeling incentives.
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A review of consumer patterns and the market for sustainable products.
Remodeler Craig Lord works with New Jersey's Home Performance with Energy Star program.
Business survival requires more than just hanging on. Mark Richardson defines what it takes.
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Remodeler Duane Stiemert is staying in business with smaller jobs and by paying close attention to the bottom line.
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A statistical snapshot of lending terms and availability for remodelers and other small businesses as of August 2009.
Help homeowners understand the new rules of making remodeling decisions, so that they feel the game is safe, fair, and worthy of playing through.