BUSINESS INSIGHTS: Finding the Right Opening in Windows
New construction boosts opportunity for LBM dealers.BY: LOU ROSSIWindows is one product category that’s expected to benefit all parts of the housing industry recovery....
BEHIND THE NUMBERS: Wrong Or Lucky
“An economist is an expert who will know tomorrow why the things he predicted yesterday didn’t happen today.”
—Evan EsarBY: AL SHERMANMostly we view forecasters—economic,...
NLBMDA: Conference Recap
On March 31 and April 1, the National Lumber and Building Material Dealers Association (NLBMDA) held its annual Spring Meeting and Legislative Conference at the Hyatt...
BOB HEIDENREICH: Knowing Your Products
Product training from manufacturers is a powerful tool. Here are tips for making sure that your team gets the most value.BY: BOB HEIDENREICHMost of...
IN DEPTH: Windows and Doors
Energy efficiency is important, but choices in windows, entry doors and patio doors often are made on aesthetic and security options—and manufacturers are expanding...
THE LUMBER MARKET: Southern Pine Markets
Southern Pine Markets After the Design Value Changes.BY: Paul F. JannkeIn November 2011, FEA released a report “What if the Proposed New Design Values...
BILL LEE: Lackluster Earnings
And how to eliminate them.BY: BILL LEEThe purpose of a business is to create wealth for its stockholders. Other purposes include creating employment opportunities...
JOHN D. WAGNER: Cool Roofs Save Energy
New study shows: Grow your sales by sharing the science and value of today’s cool roofing products.BY: JOHN D. WAGNERIt’s a common fact that...
DEALER PROFILE: Focus on the Fundamentals
Dye Home Improvement celebrates 90 years of success by positioning itself for the future.BY: ALYSSA SAMSON“Some people try to find things in this game...
GIVING BACK: Racing for a Cause
McCoy’s Building Supply supports the National Volunteer Caregiving Network by hosting and sponsoring a 5K fundraising race.BY: ALYSSA SAMSON“Family and community values are what help make...