Be a Successful Building Contractor
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This books helps you to set up and manage a profit-making building contractor businessTHE BUSINESS OF BUILDING
Covering the ins and outs of starting and running a profitable contracting business in today's market, this bestseller shows you exactly what it takes to make big money in construction. Successful contractor, builder, developer, and real estate broker R. Dodge Woodson shows you how to increase your bottom line, save countless hours of valuable time, and get your own contracting business up and running smoothly. In this new third edition, Woodson updates you on getting financing, computer use, insurance, and energy requirements. Plus, you get helpful new quick-reference facts and figures throughout. Open this book for expert advice on everything you need to be a successful contractor, including how to
Avoid the 15 fatal financial flaws that sabotage buildersBid for jobsGet financingPrice materials and servicesOpen a construction officeDeal with subcontractors and suppliersAdvertise your businessHandle taxes and legal obligationsManage employeesBuild on specManage financial worksheetsThere's also a "Pitfalls" checklist that helps you avoid money sinkholes caused by lead, asbestos, flooding, and other hazards. No matter what your level of expertise in construction, you'll find tools right here to help you increase profits!
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