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Our 2022 Builder of the Year, Van Metre Homes, Is Wired for Change

Pro Builder

It’s an entrepreneurial spirit, one that is not only palpable, but pervades everything the 67-year-old company does to deliver homes in the highly competitive Northern Virginia market—an estimated 469 closings and roughly $417 million in sales this year, likely making it a Top 75 home builder by revenue in Pro Builder ’s Housing Giants rankings.

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Digital Builder Ep 57: Global Construction Professionals Share Their Thoughts on Protecting Margins

Autodesk Construction Cloud

While bringing in large projects and generating revenue is essential, it’s equally important to manage profit effectively and ensure healthy margins. Not only does this improve accountability, it also fosters a sense of trust and builds your reputation. It does matter. Protect your reputation.

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Hello Atlanta!

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1 kcichowicz Thu, 06/29/2023 - 10:42 Multifamily Housing Salto Systems Multifamily Housing Apartmentalize is always an exciting time of the year. It's easy to love this beautiful city with its world-class attractions, award-winning dining, and hidden wonders. Hello Atlanta!

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Software for Home Builders: Why It Isn’t Working

Pro Builder

Here’s a common scenario for many home builders: After spending real money to procure the latest business software (and possibly paying a monthly stipend per housing start or closing), as well as making the necessary preparations, adjustments, coding tweaks, and training staff to get everyone on board, it’s finally time to launch the new system.

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Digital Builder Ep 57: Global Construction Professionals Share Their Thoughts on Protecting Margins

Autodesk Construction Cloud

While bringing in large projects and generating revenue is essential, it's equally important to manage profit effectively and ensure healthy margins. Not only does this improve accountability, it also fosters a sense of trust and builds your reputation. It does matter. Protect your reputation.

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The Role of Rhythm and Tempo in Home Building

Pro Builder

To win, you couldn’t waste moves. Business Success: Easy as 1, 2, 3? The very next morning, Detroit Free Press columnist and serial entrepreneur Josh Linkner published a column titled, “Study a Winning Secret From Chess Masters.” How are they supposed to win at this game? To get a game in, you had to play fast.

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Lean Construction’s Greatest Hits, Vol. 1

Pro Builder

Lean building is never about dumbing down houses and making them hard to sell; it’s about adding value. Another reaction came from the sales manager. She described how two layers of backer was thicker than standard width, so they were always special ordering—and spending more on—wider bullnose to cap off the tile. No one knew.