​Top 4 Trades from August

At the beginning of each new month, we like to go back and see what the Top 4 Trades were from the previous month. This way, we know what our clients are looking for and how trade is helping them in their daily lives.

The Top 4 Trades from August were:

Accounting
Depending on the type of work you need done, and the size of the firm and its location, typical accounting services run from $150-$400 or more an hour. You can always find a less-experienced associate that charges less or you can try to manage it yourself. But either way, you are spending your TIME and your CASH where you could be spending your trade dollars. By using IMS’ network, you can access reliable accounting services that save you time to run your business and more importantly, save you cash.

Landscaping

Whether you have a residential property or a commercial property, IMS can help you find the perfect service for your lawn care and landscape needs. We have hundreds of IMS members who provide mowing, landscaping, tree services, weed and pest control, trimming services, and so much more.

Fitness Equipment

According to the HHS site: Less than 5% of adults participate in 30 min. of physical activity each day and recent reports project that by 2030, half of all adults in the U.S. will be obese (thats 115 million adults). The average gym membership in the US costs $58 per month, that's $696 per year. That might not sound like a big price for health. But, what if you could save your cash AND beat those statistics? Always check the IMS Marketplace or with your IMS Broker for workout equipment you can purchase on trade before spending your cash!

Roofing

Keeping a roof over your head can be pricey, especially if you need to replace your roof. The national average prices for a roof replacement can range from $260 - $700 per square depending on the roofing material you select, the size of your roof, and the roof type. For example, a new asphalt shingles roof for a typical 2,000 sq. ft single-story ranch house can range in price from $8,500 - $16,500 fully installed. IMS saved our clients some serious cash this month because they used their trade dollars for their new roofing.