Be a Successful Building Contractor
How to Run a Profitable Contractor Business
in Today's Construction Market

By Woodson R. Dodge

All the ins and outs of starting and running a profitable enterprise in today's construction market.

Packed with fast track building code facts, tips and techniques, and quick calculations, this practical resource helps building contractors define their business requirements, select a business structure, manage jobs efficiently, locate desirable building lots, build on speculation, computerize their operations, understand financial transactions, hire top-notch employees--and avoid common pitfalls.

NEW TO THIS EDITION: insurance, financial issues, energy requirements; computerization; more quick-reference facts and figures throughout.

Contents:

Introduction
Chapter 1: Welcome to the Construction Industry
Chapter 2: Getting Your Feet Wet
Chapter 3: What Do You Want to Accomplish in Your Building Career?
Chapter 4: Taking the Plunge
Chapter 5: Getting Organized and Ready to Work
Chapter 6: 15 Mistakes Builders Make That You Can Avoid
Chapter 7: The Pros and Cons of Building Model Homes
Chapter 8: Courting Bankers
Chapter 9: Selling Without Having a House to Show
Chapter 10: Opening Your Own Office
Chapter 11: Finding the Best Building Lots
Chapter 12: Controlling Desirable Lots in Subdivisions Without Buying Them
Chapter 13: Developing Your Own Building Lots
Chapter 14: Building on Speculation
Chapter 15: Selling With Real Estate Brokers
Chapter 16: Managing Your Time and Your Money
Chapter 17: Adding a Computer to Your Toolbox
Chapter 18: Keeping Track of Your Cash
Chapter 19: Trucks, Tools, Equipment, and Inventory
Chapter 20: Subcontractors, Suppliers, and Building Officials
Chapter 21: Bidding Methods That Really Work
Chapter 22: Jobsite Safety Makes Good Sense and Cents
Chapter 23: Keeping Your Customers Happy
Chapter 24: Creating and Promoting an Attractive Business Image
Chapter 25: Hiring Employees
Chapter 26: Planning Your Future
INDEX

Soft-cover
396 Pages - 7-1/4 x 9 in.

Be A Successful
Building Contractor

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