I’ve spoken with a few other shed companies and rent-to-own (RTO) providers about how this is affecting them and what they are doing to rebound as quickly as possible. I wanted to share what I’m seeing and what I’ve learned on how to make a comeback as quickly as possible.
Past Issues
Selling Sheds as a Homeowner’s Next Home Improvement Project
In a time where the she-shed movement is inspiring backyard bars, garden oases, and getaways, we are seeing consumers consider outdoor structures more and more as their next home improvement project.
Working Together to Lower Fraud Risks
The rent-to-own (RTO) shed industry is not immune to fraud and theft, but it is something that can be slowed down when associated companies work together for the greater good of the industry.
Lumber and the COVID-19 Effect
Turmoil and volatility in lumber prices have resulted from the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic. Both lumber demand and supply reversed course from a very positive start to the year.
Sticking with Sheds
Those of you who have read my column since its inception back in April 2016 know that I began building sheds in 2003 at the ripe old age of 17. I’d like to share the story of how I became a shed builder with you.
I didn’t grow up planning to be a shed builder.
Successful and Unprepared
In this second column in a series on business planning and growth from Blythe CPAs & Advisors, we’re getting personal. The link between your personal and business financial life is inseparable, and they need to work in concert.
Guide to Using Email to Grow Your Business
Consider incorporating your email list into your broader digital marketing efforts. Email marketing is a great way to engage with potential customers, gain valuable insights from past customers, and improve brand awareness and local reputation.
Montana Shed Center Expands
Montana Shed Center, based in Great Falls, has expanded its offerings to include fully finished cabins. The company is also now providing structures in Wyoming and Idaho.
Turn Adversity into an Opportunity
Only by God’s Grace have I been able to turn the adversity in my life into opportunities. I have always been able to find my way around roadblocks and hurdles that would’ve stopped me completely if I didn’t have the right attitude and mindset.
Q&A: Windows and Accessories
What sets one shed apart from another? For customers looking to make a shed their own, windows and accessories add a personal, unique touch. Shed Builder Magazine communicated with Thomas Slack, a partner in Shed Windows and More in Longs, South Carolina, about shed windows and accessories, and the business, since the company “provides everything you need to build a portable building except the wood.”
