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Chief Experts site is updated

by Randall Soules on 2010/09/02 · 0 comments

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ChiefExpert.com teaches Chief Architect

Dan Baumann, owner of Chief Experts, and the guru of the drawing program called Chief Architect, has just updated his site.  Now it is even easier to see how much he offers.  There is a ton of material for free if you just want to browse and pick up some tips.  Or you can take [...]

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Remodeling Show 2010 in Baltimore

The Early Bird Deadline to register for the Remodeling Show | DeckExpo 2010 has been extended until September 1. That means you only have two days left to take advantage of complimentary Exhibit Hall admission and discounted conference class pricing.

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Tom’s Planner Comes Out of Beta

by Randall Soules August 24, 2010
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Here’s an email I got from Tom. The now famous project scheduler is coming out of Beta. All Beta users get a free year of use. Sign up by this Sunday to get the free use of Tom’s Planner for a year.

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Unavailability of Inexpensive Test Kits Pushes Cost of EPA Lead Paint Rule Higher

by Randall Soules August 19, 2010
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Recent news from ReNews shows that the RRP ruling and its costs are not going as intended. Read why…

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Shawn McCadden Video on EPA RRP Rule

by Randall Soules August 5, 2010
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Watch this video by Shawn McCadden, a remodeling industry consultant for Remodeling magazine.  He explains very clearly the importance of following the new Renovation, Repair and Painting rule requiring the use of lead-safe practices.  This ruling is not to be ignored.

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Design-Build: Are You Ready To Take It On?

by Randall Soules July 2, 2010

Should you start a Design-Then-Build company? Do you want to get to the next level in remodeling and add design work to your credentials?  Have you been missing bigger jobs because you don’t offer design?  If so, you might want to consider becoming a Design-Then-Build company.  If you are considering this, take a look at [...]

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The Essentials for A Design-Then-Build Firm

by Randall Soules July 2, 2010

Here’s a list of some of the things you’ll need to become a good Design-Then-Build company:

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A Breather on the EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule

by Randall Soules June 23, 2010

Looks like we get a short extension until the new EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting rule is enforced.  Please read this PDF document from the EPA.

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7 Ways to Expand Your Skill Set

by Juliet Bauer June 15, 2010

When there is a downturn in the economy and things get slow, one way to wisely use your down time is to learn about new products and techniques.  Conversely, if you find that you are in a rut with your projects, a new product or technique may be just the shot in the arm you [...]

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A User Friendly Project Scheduler

by Randall Soules June 3, 2010

Several month’s ago I told you about Tom’s Planner. Well they are still going strong and are now used by people all over the world.  Now you can make Gantt Charts and schedules the simple way.  [tip: Try it.  It won't add a penny to your overhead.] And a project is always more profitable if [...]

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