Four options for builders during the housing downturn: The foreclosure market is huge, see how to get the best deal and make a profit. An unfinished home is a blight on construction, see how to urn this negative into a positive. Commercial work requires a different mindset, but is still satisfying. Find out what it takes to make the leap from home builder to home remodeler.
Segment 1:
Description:
- You can capitalize on foreclosed homes if you follow some tried and true methods.
- Real Estate Broker and author Mark Nash’s list of “What’s Out with Homebuyers in 2009” lists fixer-up homes, track lighting and home staging.
Resources:
Realty Trac http://www.realtytrac.com/
“What’s In, What’s Out with Homebuyers in 2009” (need URL from Pro site)
Mark Nash http://www.marknashrealtor.com/
Segment 2:
Description: A builder finishes another’s work. It’s a move that helps him and our industry.
Resources:
Business Tools Videos http://www.hgtvpro.com/hpro/pac_ctnt/text/0,,HPRO_20196_68020,00.html
Segment 3:
Description:
Going commercial, learn some tips for success when switching from home construction to commercial construction.
Resources:
NAHB Commercial Builders Council http://www.nahb.org/page.aspx/category/sectionID=533
Best Practices Video Library http://www.hgtvpro.com/hpro/pac_ctnt/text/0,2595,HPRO_20196_55073,00.html
http://www.buildiq.com/
Segment 4:
Description: is remodeling a good option? A former builder who’s now a remodeler shares his secrets for success.
Resources:
Broderick Builders http://www.broderickbuilders.com/
Case Design Remodeling http://www.casedesign.com/
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