Just a few years ago, it was a matter of preparing for the next generation of clientele. Today, millennials are active in the housing market and have needs and interests that are characteristic of their generation. You may not have … Continue reading
Erika Carruth
The latest HBW Building Activity Trend stats are in, and new residential construction is growing in parts of Texas. With the third quarter closing last month, we took a peek at the latest HBW permit activity for new residential construction. In … Continue reading
“You never get a second chance to make a first impression.” Many have been credited with this quote, from advertisements to great authors. It rings true with our personal and business relations and is the case with our business presentations. … Continue reading
Construction professionals must balance a number of responsibilities on-the-go; when there is finally time for getting back to the office, it is important to utilize the time efficiently and effectively. If you are in construction, you know that office time … Continue reading
October 1, 2015 is the deadline for U.S. businesses to be “chip-enabled”. Here’s what you should know about EMV technology. Timing couldn’t be more perfect for offering a business brief. As you may already be aware, EMV (Europay, MasterCard and Visa) … Continue reading
When attending a trade show, plan ahead so that your business gets the most out of the experience. There are countless articles that communicate the benefits of and provide guidelines for exhibiting at trade shows. Just google “trade show booth … Continue reading
Hashtags flood social media. If you are incorporating hashtags in your posts, you will want to do so with purpose. From common to over-the-top, Twitter and other social media platforms are inundated with hashtags. Hashtags are a recognized and … Continue reading
HBW subscribers who have their eyes on Texas most certainly know of new residential construction throughout the state. HBW receives new leads in Texas every day and new permits and related data continue to be added to the database. Earlier … Continue reading
The labor shortage is a common and growing concern in the construction industry, forcing many qualified contractors to turn down new projects and opportunities. Let’s start with the good news: The United States housing market is showing signs of growth. … Continue reading
Pool construction is on the rise in Florida, and HBW has the statistics and leads you need to stay in-the-know. Pools have been buzzing in various construction media outlets as of late. With record temperatures across the globe and 2015 … Continue reading