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BizTools – The Business of Building

Manage your business more effectively and increase your profits with the valuable business management resources available through NAHB’s BizTools. Here you will find guidance and helpful tools to achieve marked success in the business of building. These articles and resources cover strategic planning, financial management, marketing and sales, social media and Internet presence, information technology and business automation, human resources, construction management, and much more.

For more information about any of these topics or sections, email Agustin Cruz or contact him at 800-368-5242 x8472.

BizTools – The Business of Building

  • Sales & Marketing  (3 items)
    Learn about the most effective sales and marketing strategies, and find tools and resources for web-based communications, sales compensation programs, market research and model home design trends.
  • Financial Management  (6 items)
    Find the information you need about accounting and financial management, cash flow projections, key ratios, and lending. View NAHB’s Chart of Accounts to steer you in the right financial direction.
  • Business Management E-Newsletters  (go to item)
    Packed with business management topics and news for today’s builder – “Business of Building” is the free monthly electronic newsletter offered by NAHB. Take away useful business management tools and read the latest building industry news. Subscribe Today!
  • Business Operations  (4 items)
    Lean, green business practices are more important than ever. In this section find resources that will help you improve your business plans, file management and office systems, overhead reduction strategies, diversification opportunities, organizational charts, and human resources planning.
  • Information Technology Integration  (3 items)
    Learn about the use of technology to streamline your business operations. In this section you will find information on products and tools to help you automate your business. Go to NAHB’s LinkedIn group and connect with other builder professionals to learn what kind of technology is working for their businesses.
Sell More Homes Using Social Media
Social Media for Home Builders 2.0Get a copy of Social Media for Home Builders 2.0 It's Easier Than You Think, which shows you how to use social media outlets to build your brand, engage new and existing consumers, manage your online reputation and sell more homes. Includes success stories and examples from the residential industry. Available at BuilderBooks.com.
  • Manufacturing & Production  (3 items)
    View information on topics covering construction management and production best practices, job costs and production cycles, field management, value engineering, trade subcontractor management, and warranty and compensation programs.