The Building Code

Buildertrend

A podcast by Buildertrend that explores people, technology and innovation.

  1. 25 THG 9

    Flowing prosperity: Master your cash before it masters you

    Cash flow isn’t just numbers on a spreadsheet. It’s the lifeblood of every construction business. Get it wrong and you’re stuck chasing checks and juggling credit lines. Get it right and you unlock growth, stability and peace of mind.   In this episode of The Building Code by Buildertrend, host Charley Burtwistle, VP of Core Operations at Buildertrend, and guest host, Sarah Kate Hartt, Senior Product Manager at Buildertrend, sit down with Elizabeth Splan, Director of Finance and HR at Basements Plus. Elizabeth pulls back the curtain on how her company turned cash management form a stress point to a growth engine.   💬 Quotes you’ll hear in this episode:   “Cash will come if you have good processes to support it.” – Elizabeth Splan   “I used to check the bank in a panic. Now I check the bank for fun.” – Elizabeth Splan   “Payments isn’t just a transaction. It’s part of how you run your business.” – Sarah Kate Hartt   “What’s the worst that can happen? Positive cash flow.” – Elizabeth Splan   “Builders using Buildertrend Payments are getting paid three times faster… and that kind of cushion is leverage.” – Sarah Kate Hartt   🔑 What you’ll learn:   How to forecast like a CFO with forward-looking “windshield” planning Receivables made simple with Buildertrend Payments Red flags that signal deeper operational issues Why trust and transparency eliminate awkward money conversations How stronger cash flow led to a record-breaking $2M sales month   Elizabeth’s real-world playbook proves that strong processes create steady cash flow — and Buildertrend Payments makes it easier than ever to get paid up to 3x faster.   Related Content   Webinar: Simplify your payment process with Buildertrend Blog: Modernize your construction payment process Blog: The full guide to construction project forecasting   Links and More   Following Basements Plus on Instagram Follow Buildertrend on social: Instagram I Facebook Watch The Building Code on YouTube Join The Building Code Crew fan page on Facebook to connect with fellow listeners and keep the conversation going   #Buildertrend #TheBuildingCodePodcast #CashFlow #ConstructionBusiness #ConstructionFinance #Payments

    49 phút
  2. 10 THG 7

    Why proven systems outperform scrappy hustle – with Brad Leavitt & Tim Coughran

    Today on “The Building Code”, Charley sits down in studio with two of the best in the business: Brad Leavitt of AFT Construction and Tim Coughran of Alderview Construction.   Brad and Tim pull back the curtain on how they went from lone-wolf contractors to respected leaders of systemized, scalable construction companies. From In-N-Out-inspired SOPs to onboarding processes that rival luxury brands, they share practical strategies for building smarter – not harder.   In this episode, you'll learn: Why custom homes still need standard systems How to use Buildertrend features like daily logs and QR-coded change orders to streamline jobs What real leadership looks like in growing your team and retaining talent Why your business needs to be a career path, not a stepping stone   Whether you're hiring your first office manager or juggling million-dollar builds, this episode will show you the power of process-driven growth.   Follow Brad and Tim on their Instagrams @aft_construction @alderviewconstruction Join “The Building Code” Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebuildingcodecrew/   FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/buildertrend/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/buildertrend/  TWITTER: https://twitter.com/Buildertrend/ YOUTUBE:  / @buildertrend LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/buildertrend #Buildertrend #TheBuildingCodePodcast #ConstructionLeadership #CustomHomes #BuilderLife #ConstructionBusiness #AFTConstruction #AlderviewConstruction #Homebuilders

    1 giờ 1 phút
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    Heart meets hustle: How this Texas builder scaled with purpose

    Today on “The Building Code,” Charley and Carly are sitting down with Ryan and Hannah Schwanbeck – the husband-and-wife duo behind Our House Your Home, a Fort Worth-based design-build company known for their curated style, meaningful process and people-first approach.   What started as Hannah selling fully styled rooms out of their home quickly evolved into a booming business – with Ryan leaving his corporate job to help scale their passion into a purpose-driven company. In this episode, the couple shares how they’ve built a brand that blends creativity and craftsmanship, while maintaining a strong marriage, a growing team and a clear vision for the future.   They also share exciting news: the launch of two luxury spec homes – designed and built 100% in-house.   Tune in to hear how Ryan and Hannah navigate business and life as partners, why Buildertrend is key to setting boundaries and how they're redefining what it means to build a home – and a legacy.   Follow Our House Your Home on their social channels: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ourhouseyourhome/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OHYH.ourhouseyourhome/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ourhouseyourhome     Read the shownotes for this episode here: (add page link here)   Join “The Building Code” Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebuildingcodecrew/   FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/buildertrend/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/buildertrend/  TWITTER: https://twitter.com/Buildertrend/ YOUTUBE:  / @buildertrend LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/buildertrend #Buildertrend #BuiltWithBuildertrend #ConstructionSoftware #DesignBuild #TheBuildingCodePodcast #HomeDesign #BuilderLife #OurHouseYourHome #SpecHomes #BuilderCouple

    39 phút
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