Thursday, July 28, 2011

Charlotte Fort Mill Commercial General Contractor Builder Helps Entrepreneurs Build Businesses.

Charlotte Fort Mill commercial general contractor and business builder Ferrara|Buist.Ferrara|Buist is a commercial general contractor and we help entrepreneurs and business owners in Greater Charlotte and Fort Mill design and build business offices, retail storefronts, and light industrial buildings.

Like most business models, we are uniquely positioned to really “super-serve” a special type of entrepreneur and business owner.

Decision Makers, Educated, Type-A, Resourceful, Entrepreneurial.

Ferrara|Buist design/build services are targeted to a very special group of entrepreneurs and business owners. We understand that you really know your business and market segment. You want to work with a business design/build company that shares your unique set of values and qualifications.Charlotte Fort Mill commercial general contractor and builder Ferrara|Buist.

You are a business decision maker.

You need real facts, numbers, and data to make smart decisions. You like dealing with “black and white” because “gray” annoys you.

You like dealing with other business owners.

Some people have labeled you as a “Type A” person. Some of your family, peers, and friends think “you’re crazy” for opening a business. You don’t understand how people can just “get by” in life doing the 9 to 5 routine. You flock to people who share similar characteristics.

You hold a college or professional degree.

Education, certifications, specialized training, and disciplines motivate you. You’re smart and people know you are.

You have a business plan.

You have invested the time and resources to craft a written plan of action as a road map to grow your business. You’re organized, rehearsed, and ready to move forward to realize your goals.

Charlotte Fort Mill entrepreneurs and business owners trust Ferrara|Buist as their business building partner.

You know the type of office building or retail storefront you want.

You’ve spent time driving around the city determining the location of your building. You know the style that you want. You may even know the colors you want! If you don’t know what type of building you want, that’s fine too. That’s what we are here for.

You have resources to build the building.

Now, resources can mean several things. Perhaps you have the capital to get started. Or perhaps you are looking to finance 85% of the build.  We can help.

To arrange a private business meeting with Ferrara|Buist managing partner David Buist, please call 803-792-4348 or email david@ferrara-buist.com.  We respect your privacy and look forward to helping you building your business.

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Friday, July 22, 2011

Charlotte Fort Mill Commercial General Contractor Spots Real Estate Trends in Commercial Construction

Through the first half of 2011, we here at Ferrara|Buist have seen some trends develop that we think will hold true into 2012.  Commercial upfits, build-outs, renovations and new construction are definitely active across the Charlotte and Fort Mill markets.

Building the Green Way

Charlotte Fort Mill commercial general contractor and builder Ferrara|Buist.Marketing your office building as ‘green’ is a noticeable attraction to tenants and customers,” says Ferrara|Buist managing partner David Buist.  “Besides energy and water conservation, other mainstays of the green movement include buying local and in moderation.”  Waste is discouraged. Building components are preserved and recycled, rather than discarded. Buildings should be built with long lasting materials and those that require low maintenance. Energy-conscious materials (such as recycled components) and those with low toxicity to the environment are chosen in the green commercial upfit, renovation and new building trend.

Banks Remain Cautious but are Lending

While we have record low interest rates across Charlotte and Fort Mill, only the very best seem to be able to Charlotte Fort Mill commercial general contractor Ferrara|Buist builds businesses.score a decent loan. The irony is that those who need money the most desperately are probably not the ones who will be able to get it right now!  But if you are a business with solid cash flow and stellar credit, now is the time to lock in extremely favorable financing rates and terms. All indications are that underwriters won’t be loosening their standards any time soon, so we might as well learn to deal with this “new reality” of lending.  Doing more with less!

 

The Big Deals are Few, But the Smaller Deals are Plentiful

We all love to win those “big deals” in business, but the smaller deals are great, too!  We are seeing an increase in new construction projects out for bidding.  And there are quite a few commercial renovation, upfit and build-out projects across the region. 

Creativity in Commercial Design/Build Flourishes

Charlotte Fort Mill commercial business builder upfits build-outs renovations from Ferrara|Buist.Ferrara|Buist believes that creativity in commercial design/build projects, no matter the budget or size, is still a hallmark feature that entrepreneurs demand from their commercial contractors. Never sacrifice creativity in your commercial project!  Ferrara|Buist incorporates creativity into every aspect of your upfit, renovation or new construction project.  Creativity in design…creativity in building layout…creativity in project materials and finishes…creativity in using natural and green materials…creativity in building stages and phases to maximize budgets…and creativity with using your resources to achieve more than you imagined.

Today’s economic climate requires a new way of thinking, a new way of using resources, and a new way of approaching construction opportunities.  Ferrara|Buist can help you realize your business plan goals.  To schedule a private business meeting with Ferrara|Buist managing partner David Buist, please call 803-792-4348 or email david@ferrara-buist.com.  We look forward to helping you build your business.



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Friday, July 15, 2011

Charlotte Fort Mill Business Building Workshop for Entrepreneurs on August 18, 2011.

Charlotte Fort Mill commercial general contractor and business builder Ferrara|Buist.Ferrara|Buist is hosting another of our Business Building Workshops on Thursday, August 18, 2011 from 3-5:00pm here at Ferrara|Buist.  These popular workshops will help business owners and entrepreneurs learn what is needed to properly upfit or build a physical building location.

Each Business Building Workshop is limited to ten (10) entrepreneurs so that the maximum amount of time can be spent on your individual business plan, needs and questions, and is presented by Ferrara|Buist managing partner David Buist. There is no business or financial commitment needed to attend these free workshops…only a quest for more information is needed.

You’ll learn everything you need to know to move forward on the right track for building or upfitting your physical business location, including:

  • Financial information that the banks need to build a successful loan package Charlotte Fort Mill business building workshops with Ferrara|Buist business general contractors.
  • How to negotiate a successful, beneficial long-term relationship with property developers
  • How to successfully work with your business general contractor in building your office location and space
  • What type of permits are required and the new building codes and rules
  • Learn the new fire and life safety requirements for simple office upfits and complex build plans
  • What architects and building designers really need to know from you
  • What to expect with a turnkey project
  • What are the hurdles to expect?
  • How to ensure that all of the project costs come in on budget and on time

To RSVP for our August 18 workshop, please visit this Free registration link.  And if you would like to schedule a private business meeting with Ferrara|Buist managing partner David Buist, please call David at 803-792-4348 or email david@ferrara-buist.com.  We look forward to helping build your business!



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Thursday, July 7, 2011

Charlotte Fort Mill Commercial General Contractor Builder with Humane Society Project Update

The new business construction project for the York County Humane Society kennels and general office is progressing quickly!  The photo update on this page shows the beginning construction phase of installing all of the drains and plumbing that will be an integral part of each kennel.  The second photo shows how quickly the kennel portion of building each individual kennel is progressing.  Ferrara|Buist is proud to be collaborating with York County to complete this new project for the Humane Society.

Charlotte Fort Mill commercial general contractor and new business builder Ferrara|Buist.

Charlotte Fort Mill new business construction contractor and builder Ferrara|Buist.

Charlotte Fort Mill business general contractor and new construction company Ferrara|Buist.

We will post more updates as this interesting and fun new construction project continues.  If your business would like to meet with David Buist, managing partner of Ferrara|Buist, to discuss a commercial construction project, please call David at 803-792-4348 or email david@ferrara-buist.com.  We look forward to helping your business grow!

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