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11 Tax Deductions for Small Construction Businesses in 2025
Save money this tax season! Discover 11 must-know tax write-offs for contractors and remodelers in 2025—from tools and trucks to software, supplies, and more.
March 2025 Updates and Roadmap
Handoff is adding several project management features to dramatically improve your Handoff experience. Check out what's coming soon.
How to Offer Financing as a Residential Construction Contractor in 2025
Close more deals and boost cash flow by offering financing. Learn how to set it up, partner with lenders, and grow your remodeling business.
Business Expense Categories for Home Remodelers: A Complete Guide
A practical guide for home remodelers on categorizing business expenses to improve financial tracking, maximize tax deductions, and avoid common bookkeeping mistakes.
5 Questions to Consider Before Buying an Estimating Software for Your Residential Remodeling Business
Choosing estimating software: use these 5 essential questions when considering a solution to power construction estimates for your remodeling or handyman business
People Management in Construction: Tips to Keep Subs, Vendors, and Clients Happy
Master construction relationships with strategies for managing subcontractors, vendors, and clients. Build trust, improve communication, and deliver projects that exceed expectations
Handyman Services List: The Ultimate Guide To Which Handyman Services To Offer
Expand your handyman business with these high-demand services homeowners need but hate doing themselves. Stop leaving money on the table.
A Guide to Change Orders for Residential Contractors and Handymen
Protect your contracting business with effective change orders. Learn what they are, why they matter, and how to implement them with our step-by-step process and ready-to-use template.
Working with Interior Designers as a General Contractor
A practical guide for general contractors on partnering with interior designers to improve project outcomes, define roles, and build profitable relationships.
How to Set Your First Markup (Profit First for Contractors)
Learn how to set the right markup for your contracting business using the Profit First methodology
How to Stand Out to Your Clients on Special Occasions
Learn how general contractors can use AI to automate personalized client communications, celebrate special occasions, and strengthen relationships that lead to more referrals
Handoff Now Integrates with QuickBooks
Handoff now officially integrates with QuickBooks. Connect Handoff to QuickBooks to automatically sync your estimates, invoices, and client information
5 Common Price Objections General Contractors Face and How to Overcome Them
Learn how to effectively handle and overcome price objections in home remodeling bids. Discover 5 proven strategies contractors can use to address common pricing concerns.
The 11 Best Lead Generation Directories for Contractors in Construction
Discover the 11 best lead generation websites for contractors, including detailed comparisons of platforms like Angi, Houzz, and BuildZoom.
How to Win Contracting Bids Every Time
Winning contracting bids is often the most challenging part running a residential construction business. Learn practical tips to stand out from competitors and win more projects.
Building Your Brand as a General Contractor
As a general contractor, building your brand is key to standing out in a competitive market. Prioritize these brand building strategies to grow your business.
General Contractors - 5 Step Strategy to Crush 2025
Want to 10X your residential contracting business in 2025? This complete blueprint shows you exactly how to crush your goals, maximize productivity, and build an unstoppable mindset.
Best AI Tools for General Contractors to Automate Their Business
Check out the top 7 AI tools that general contractors are implementing to grow and automate their construction businesses
How to Set Up and Optimize Your Google My Business Page
Setting up a Google My Business page is an essential step to growing a home remodeling business. Use these steps to setup and optimize your My Business page.
5 Best Software for Residential Remodeling Business
5 best softwares - from estimating apps to website builders - that every residential remodeling contractor should consider for their business in 2025
How To Use ChatGPT To Write YouTube Video Scripts To Promote Your Handyman Business
Posting YouTube videos is a popular way to grow a handyman business. ChatGPT can help any handyman produce engaging, valuable content consistently
10 New Year Resolutions for the Residential Remodeling Industry
10 New Years Resolutions that every residential remodeling contractor should consider in 2025 - from automating your business to digital marketing strategies
20 Handyman Marketing Tips To Grow Your Business
Grow any handyman business with these 20 marketing tips, with examples
Product Updates: December Improvements
December's releases include significant improvements to AI Chat and AI Presets. Plus, users can now drag and drop groups in estimates and proposals
5 Facebook Ad Ideas To Get Leads For Your Remodeling Business
Facebook ads are a key way to drive leads for remodeling businesses. Learn how to create before-and-after ads, offer lead magnets, showcase testimonials, and more.
5 ChatGPT Prompts To Help Give You Video Content Ideas
Try these 5 ChatGPT prompts to help you generate video content ideas for marketing your remodeling business
How To Start A Blog For Your Home Remodeling Business
Learn how to start a blog for your home remodeling business to reach more clients and showcase your expertise
5 Easy Ways Handymen Can Get More Leads and Grow Their Business
Check out these 5 simple tips and examples to grow your remodeling and handyman business with online tools, reviews, and more
Product Updates: AI Chat & AI Preferences
Handoff’s new AI Chat Bot and AI Preferences are now making your estimates faster and more accurate.
Product Update: Lowe’s Pricing in Estimates
Handoff is now partnered with Lowe's to bring real-time material pricing to your estimates.
Residential Contractor’s Guide to AI: Your New Superpower
AI is revolutionizing remodeling. Learn how contractors can use AI assistants like Handoff to automate tasks, save time, and grow their businesses in today's competitive market.
Facebook Marketing for Contractors - Ultimate Guide to Growth
How can contractors leverage Facebook's vast user base for growth? Learn the secrets of successful Facebook marketing and connect with local homeowners.
Product Update: Invoices, Online Payments, Signatures
Product Update: Invoices, Online Payments, Signatures
June Update: Proposals, Attachments, Add Team Members
Make professional proposals in seconds with our AI.
CRM: Save your Clients in Handoff
Manage your repeat clients in one place, look up addresses, and more!
May Update: Location Based Pricing, New AI, and more
The new AI is twice as fast!
How Handoff Transformed Cost Estimation for Atelier 7
Here's how Atelier 7 used Handoff, an AI-powered construction estimation tool, to streamline operations, boost accuracy, and speed up project timelines.
Why contractors need an answering service
Discover the top reasons why contractors can benefit from using an answering service.
The Future of Construction Cost Estimating: AI Technology
Discover how AI technology is revolutionizing construction cost estimating and shaping the future of the industry.
How to Become a Handyman: A Step-by-Step Guide
Discover the essentials of becoming a handyman with our step-by-step guide, covering skills, tools, certifications, and business tips for a successful career.
Cleaning and Maintaining HVAC Filters: A Step-by-Step Guide
Regular HVAC filter cleaning boosts airflow, energy efficiency, and indoor air quality, cutting costs and supporting healthier living or workspaces.
Troubleshooting Guide for Common HVAC Problems
Improve HVAC performance by addressing common issues like poor airflow, strange noises, and cooling issues. Save money and extend system life with these tips.
I’m a finishing trade and read about “Attic Stock” in my spec. What's “Attic Stock” and when should I consider it in my bid?
Attic stock refers to extra, uninstalled materials kept for maintenance replacements. Common in multifamily and hotel projects, it ensures easy access to matching materials.
Estimating 'The Office'
Cost breakdown to build Dunder Mifflin! From filing cabinets to office cats, see how Justin, our Project Manager, estimates the iconic office from The Office.
Concrete Takeoff: The Ultimate Guide to Estimating your Next Concrete Job
Need a concrete takeoff guide? We break down materials, labor, and profit steps to help you create accurate bids and win profitable projects.
Full Guide on How to Bid a Job as a General Contractor
A guide for contractors on winning bids: discover effective strategies for bidding, estimating, and competing with industry changes to boost profitability.
How to Estimate a Paint Job in 7 Steps: Full Guide & Checklist
Estimate painting jobs like a pro with our step-by-step guide. Covering material costs, labor, and overhead, you’ll avoid costly miscalculations and improve margins.
Top 100 Building Terms You Should Know
Learn essential construction terminology with this glossary of 100 common industry terms. From bidding to contracts, it covers critical language for construction success.
What Is a Quantity Takeoff in Construction?
Explore construction quantity takeoffs, their cost estimation role, and distinctions from materials takeoffs. Discover techniques and tools for accuracy.
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