Wellington technology consultancy Zephyr has grown from two to 31 staff and contractors in just two years, on the back of a booming market for high-end consulting.

It's a good time to seek price breaks Las Vegas Sun, NV - By Brian Wargo. The housing market slowdown has prompted builders to seek price cuts from contractors in a bid to make new homes more affordable. ...

Contractors and their subs continue to take materials prices on the chin as 2006 marks another year of price increases that are sudden, extreme and unexpected.