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Industry 6 min readFeatured

What Is a General Contractor? (And Why the Role Is Evolving)

Most people think a GC just "manages the job site." The reality is a lot more complex — and a lot more valuable. Here's what GCs actually do, and why the best ones are becoming development partners.

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For Contractors 7 min

How to Get Funded Construction Projects Without Chasing Developers

The traditional GC pipeline — bid, win, wait, repeat — is exhausting and unpredictable. There's a better model. Here's how top GCs are locking in pre-funded work with guaranteed scopes.

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For Investors 8 min

Passive Income in Real Estate: What Accredited Investors Need to Know

REITs, syndications, private funds — the options for passive real estate income are growing. Here's how to compare them, what to watch out for, and how Builder's Edge structures returns for its investor network.

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Platform 9 min

Construction Project Management Software: What Actually Works in 2026

Buildertrend, Procore, spreadsheets, or nothing — most GCs have tried them all. Here's an honest breakdown of what construction management software does well, where it falls short, and what the next generation looks like.

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Industry 10 min

How to Become a General Contractor: Licenses, Capital, and First Jobs

Licensing requirements, startup capital, finding first clients, scaling past $1M — this is the practical guide nobody gives you when you're starting out in construction.

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Industry 8 min

The Real Estate Development Process: A Step-by-Step Breakdown

From site acquisition to certificate of occupancy — most people see only the finished product. Here's what actually happens in the development process, and how Builder's Edge manages each phase.

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