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Feb 6, 2026

From $4M to $11M+: The annual planning system that actually scales a construction company

Learn how a custom home builder scaled from $4M to $11M using this simple annual planning system you can create for your own business today.

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Feb 3, 2026

Why the first 90 days of the year decide whether builders struggle or scale

Q1 sets the tone for the entire year. Learn how early decisions around schedules, finances and communication shape whether builders stay in control or spend the year catching up.

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Jan 16, 2026

5 secrets to keep your construction business thriving in 2026

Prepare for 2026 with five strategies to future-proof your construction business and protect profit.

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Dec 19, 2025

Your ultimate guide to the International Builders’ Show 2026

Your ultimate guide to the International Builders’ Show 2026: Plan, prepare, and make the most of the biggest construction event of the year.

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Dec 5, 2025

The Iron Triangle: How home building software helps you balance quality, speed and cost

Learn how home building software helps you balance quality, speed and cost – turning the Iron Triangle from a trade-off into a competitive advantage.

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Sep 4, 2025

What you need to know about expanding into rural North Carolina construction

Discover why rural North Carolina construction is a smart growth opportunity for builders. Learn where to expand and how to succeed in small-town markets.

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Jun 2, 2025

7 dirty truths about scaling a construction business

Discover the hard truths behind growth, and how Breakthrough Academy and Buildertrend can help you scale smart, not just fast.

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Apr 15, 2025

5 tips from top builders on how to choose the best software

Struggling to find the best contractor management software? Top builders share 5 must-have features to keep projects on track and profits growing.

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