The 2025 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) was a huge success. Over 81,000 residential construction professionals made their way through the show and the IBS Store. These are the 10 titles that flew off the shelves at the IBS Store during the show.
If you didn’t buy one of these titles or didn’t attend the show, you can still scoop up your copies at BuilderBooks.com. If you’re a residential construction pro, discover why these books should be on your bookshelf.
#1 NEW 2024 Home Builders’ Jobsite Codes
Find answers to common code questions in this pocket-friendly and indispensable jobsite tool. Discover the impact of 2024 code changes, including updates on footing tables, requirements for smoke alarms and wood deck provisions. Discover 100+ detailed illustrations, tables and discussions of foundations, fire safety, energy efficiency, mechanical, plumbing and electrical systems, safe and healthy living environments and more.
#2 Accounting & Financial Management for Residential Construction, Sixth Edition
Discover an invaluable resource for builders, remodelers, developers and contractors to take control of business finances. Find details on how an accounting system operates and the basic principles for processing financial data.
#3 Basic Construction Management, Fifth Edition
A must-read roadmap to excellence for anyone considering a career in construction supervision, new superintendents or experienced superintendents who want to polish their skills. Learn the essentials of managing projects within budget and discover proven practices for recruiting and keeping the best trade contractors, scheduling that makes sense and developing and implementing quality practices.
#4 NEW Breaking Ground, Breaking Glass Ceilings: A Guide for Finding Success in Male-Dominated Industries
Learn how to overcome barriers to experience personal and professional growth with this blueprint for success, empowering women to pursue their dreams despite obstacles. Tailored for women navigating industries where they are underrepresented, it emphasizes resilience and the importance of breaking through societal barriers.
#5 NEW The Cost of Doing Business Study, 2025 Edition
Uncover statistics and data you can use to compare your business to other U.S. builders, benchmark your business and confidently move forward in The Cost of Doing Business Study, 2025 Edition.
#6 The House That She Built
Inspired by a REAL home exclusively built by a team of women in construction, skilled tradeswomen and women-owned companies. Educates young readers about the people and skills that go into building a home. One by one, children learn about the architect, framer, roofer and many more as these professionals contribute their individual skills needed to complete the new home.
#7 Land Development, Tenth Edition
Comprehensive and indispensable resource for developers and builders to gain the edge that seasoned professionals use to acquire the most desirable tracts of land and understand the essentials and interrelated factors that contribute to successful land development projects.
#8 Residential Construction Performance Guidelines, Contractor Reference, Sixth Edition
This fully updated reference tool helps builders and remodelers manage customer expectations and resolve customer complaints, while delivering high-performance homes with residential construction performance guidelines on how homes should perform during the warranty period.
#9 NEW Social Media Marketing for Your Business, Second Edition
Create a long-term approach to building and maintaining an effective marketing strategy with social media as a main component. Learn how to create a cohesive content plan with strategy and goals to increase website traffic and maximize engagement and interaction on social media. Then set online and social media goals and measure your success in reaching them. Discover ways to manage your online reputation to position yourself as an expert and your business as the one to work with.
#10 Warranties for Builders and Remodelers, Third Edition
Navigate the complex landscape of warranties with tips and advice from the legal experts of the National Association of Home Builders. Walk away equipped with the latest insights to safeguard your work and reputation.
Also check out these popular titles authored by Jason Forrest and Ronda Conger:
40 Day Sales Dare
The Mindset of a Sales Warrior
Warrior Selling: The 12 Steps to Achieving a 100% Conversion Rate
Professional Builders Secrets