Ashton Woods Homes' CEO Tom Krobot never embraced the flamboyant styles of management that pushed some home builders to dizzying rates of growth in the go-go 2000s. But his conservative approach — especially staying within three years of the m

Talk with most sales professionals today and the conversation sooner or later turns to the glory days of new home sales. They complain of customers today who shop and keep waiting for a better deal while traffic dwindles. There is no guarantee that we wi

There’s never been a time when more talented managers are looking for jobs. Give some thought to what it takes to be a home building manager who is great with people

With a few notable exceptions, builders haven't figured out that if they create a disciplined, bulletproof building process, they'll have very few customer issues. And for those who do, they have time to deal with them

A great workplace offers more than good pay, a safe job site and an occasional pat on the back. Read about homebuilders — like those on Professional Builder’s Top Five Best Workplaces — who go the extra mile for their employees and stay competitive

Several home technology products currently on the market for home automation and digital entertainment are featured.

Featured in the July 2007 edition of Professional Builder's In My Own Words: HB&G, BlueLinx/Georgia-Pacific, Windsor Windows & Doors, Carrier and Rinnai.

From hurricanes to tornadoes, PATH explains how home builders can utilize storm-resistant technologies.

Don't let the market get in the way of a new-home sale. AVID Ratings' Paul Cardis explains how you can reduce your cancellations and make a profit.