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This books helps you to set up and manage a profit-making building contractor businessTHE BUSINESS OF BUILDING

Covering the ins and outs of starting and running a profitable contracting business in today's market, this bestseller shows you exactly what it takes to make big money in construction. Successful contractor, builder, developer, and real estate broker R. Dodge Woodson shows you how to increase your bottom line, save countless hours of valuable time, and get your own contracting business up and running smoothly. In this new third edition, Woodson updates you on getting financing, computer use, insurance, and energy requirements. Plus, you get helpful new quick-reference facts and figures throughout. Open this book for expert advice on everything you need to be a successful contractor, including how to

Avoid the 15 fatal financial flaws that sabotage builders
Bid for jobs
Get financing
Price materials and services
Open a construction office
Deal with subcontractors and suppliers
Advertise your business
Handle taxes and legal obligations
Manage employees
Build on spec
Manage financial worksheets

There's also a "Pitfalls" checklist that helps you avoid money sinkholes caused by lead, asbestos, flooding, and other hazards. No matter what your level of expertise in construction, you'll find tools right here to help you increase profits!