The critical formula at the heart of any remodeling business is a clear understanding of gross profit, overhead and net profit. Gross profit is the profit a company makes after deducting all the costs associated …

 “It is up to us to live up to the legacy that was left for us, and to leave a legacy that is worthy of our children and of future generations.”— Christine Gregoire When I …

Every lead is like a box of chocolates: You don’t always know what you’re getting. Whether your leads come from a phone call, a referral, direct marketing or the internet, the goal is to know …

The popularity of “10 best” lists made me think about the top ways we’ve increased our design-build company’s cash flow. Each of these best practices has been paid for by our firm, in blood and …

From the client’s point of view, a building project is about a number—and it is usually not a realistic number—for the cost of the project. Rarely will a client tell you their real budget, nor …