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MARKET ANALYSIS: March 2015
Household Formations: The Missing Link in the Housing Recovery
By Lynn O. Michaelis
This article revisits one of the key factors in the sluggish housing start...
Industry News
ASK THE EXPERT: March 2015
Scott Hartmann, a seasoned LBM industry veteran with a solid track record of success, provides thoughtful answers to readers’ questions.
The Disorganized Sales Pro
“I have...
From the Publisher
EDITORS NOTE: Reframing Reality
It’s time to challenge the conventional wisdom about our ‘faltering’ housing market.
March 2015 - As someone who lives and breathes this industry, I’m more...
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Sanford and Hawley Now Offers The Millwork Expertise Of Rogers Sash & Door
Through the acquisition of certain assets between the two companies
UNIONVILLE, CT – Sanford and Hawley, Inc. announced today the acquisition of certain assets of...
In Depth
IN DEPTH: Lumber and Structural Panels
New product sources and enhanced features are expanding the options for builders as they seek low-cost solutions that help make them more efficient.
By Craig...
Commentary
COMMENTARY: Strong Financials and Selling Your Business
Smart credit and collection processes can make your company more attractive to potential owners.
By Scott Simpson
The Real Issues article (p. 32 January LBM Journal)...
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Timberline Acquires Hughes Lumber Company
Gloucester, MA - Timberline Enterprises LLC, a Gloucester, Massachusetts lumber and building materials company, announced today that it has signed a deal to acquire...
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REAL ISSUES. REAL ANSWERS: ‘Cherry Pickers’ and Detailed Price Quotes
The challenge of whether or not to provide detailed price quotes, complete with individual product quantities and prices, is a sticky one indeed. On...
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Hot Products 2015 International Builders’ Show
On January 20-23, the LBM Journal editorial team explored the show floor at the International Builders' Show in Las Vegas. Our quest: the latest/greatest...
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Innocent Sellers Fairness Act Reintroduced in Congress
NLBMDA-Promoted Initiative Would Provide Liability Protection for Those that Only Sell Products.
Washington, DC - Legislation has been introduced in the House of Representatives to...
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