# General Houzz Pro Software **URL:** https://forum.houzz.com/c/general/4.md [Latest](https://forum.houzz.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.houzz.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.houzz.com/tags.md) --- ## [About the General Houzz Pro Software category](https://forum.houzz.com/t/about-the-general-houzz-pro-software-category/3)
**Author:** [@system](https://forum.houzz.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2024, 10:17pm UTC](https://forum.houzz.com/t/about-the-general-houzz-pro-software-category/3 "2024-10-17T22:17:27Z")
Run your business better under one roof with Houzz Pro—built to do it all, designed to do it right. --- ## [Adding credits and retainers to Incoming Transaction Reporting](https://forum.houzz.com/t/adding-credits-and-retainers-to-incoming-transaction-reporting/1020)
**Author:** [@Erin\_Tvedten](https://forum.houzz.com/u/Erin_Tvedten)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2026, 6:57am UTC](https://forum.houzz.com/t/adding-credits-and-retainers-to-incoming-transaction-reporting/1020 "2026-09-19T06:57:32Z")
I handle bookkeeping for an interior designer and would like a column for credits and retainers be added to the incoming transaction report so I can apply accordingly without having to click into each project to see if t… --- ## [Year-End Wrap-Up: Share Your Biggest Win of 2025!](https://forum.houzz.com/t/year-end-wrap-up-share-your-biggest-win-of-2025/1152)
**Author:** [@Elizabeth\_Fabozzi1](https://forum.houzz.com/u/Elizabeth_Fabozzi1)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2026, 6:02pm UTC](https://forum.houzz.com/t/year-end-wrap-up-share-your-biggest-win-of-2025/1152 "2026-09-12T18:02:12Z")
As we close out the year, we want to celebrate your successes and highlight the wins you achieved using Houzz Pro in 2025. Share a short blurb (just 1–2 sentences!) describing one thing you accomplished this year using … --- ## [Got ideas to make Houzz Pro even better? Share your feature requests!](https://forum.houzz.com/t/got-ideas-to-make-houzz-pro-even-better-share-your-feature-requests/1021)
**Author:** [@Elizabeth\_Fabozzi1](https://forum.houzz.com/u/Elizabeth_Fabozzi1)\ **Replies:** 71\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2026, 5:49pm UTC](https://forum.houzz.com/t/got-ideas-to-make-houzz-pro-even-better-share-your-feature-requests/1021 "2026-09-12T17:49:39Z")
Got an idea that would make Houzz Pro work even better for you? This is the place to share it! Whether it’s a small tweak or a big wish list item, we want to hear what would make your day easier. Before posting, you can… --- ## [How to keep track of what materials have already been purchased](https://forum.houzz.com/t/how-to-keep-track-of-what-materials-have-already-been-purchased/1390)
**Author:** [@Structure\_Remodeling\_LLC](https://forum.houzz.com/u/Structure_Remodeling_LLC)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2026, 8:09pm UTC](https://forum.houzz.com/t/how-to-keep-track-of-what-materials-have-already-been-purchased/1390 "2026-09-10T20:09:33Z")
I’m trying to use Houzz Pro more extensively, but I can’t figure out how to indicate in an estimate or budget that the materials were already bought. I want to use that for internal purposes because I want everything to … --- ## [Schedule Overview / Master Schedule / Team Schedule Sync needed](https://forum.houzz.com/t/schedule-overview-master-schedule-team-schedule-sync-needed/1376)
**Author:** [@First\_Coast\_Renoworx](https://forum.houzz.com/u/First_Coast_Renoworx)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2026, 12:26pm UTC](https://forum.houzz.com/t/schedule-overview-master-schedule-team-schedule-sync-needed/1376 "2026-09-01T12:26:16Z")
We need a way to sync the Schedule overview or master schedule as well as individual team members should be able to sync their team schedules to an external calendar like gmail. Having to sync every project to see them o… --- ## [Sending all past published invoices in one email](https://forum.houzz.com/t/sending-all-past-published-invoices-in-one-email/1372)
**Author:** [@Diane\_Bobek](https://forum.houzz.com/u/Diane_Bobek)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2026, 8:09pm UTC](https://forum.houzz.com/t/sending-all-past-published-invoices-in-one-email/1372 "2026-08-14T20:09:00Z")
How can I send all previuos invoices thaare published --- ## [What's on Your Plate This Week?](https://forum.houzz.com/t/whats-on-your-plate-this-week/1354)
**Author:** [@Elizabeth\_Fabozzi1](https://forum.houzz.com/u/Elizabeth_Fabozzi1)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2026, 6:50pm UTC](https://forum.houzz.com/t/whats-on-your-plate-this-week/1354 "2026-08-13T18:50:08Z")
Drop a comment on how your week’s going! Projects, wins, whatever’s on your mind! --- ## [Offering custom murals](https://forum.houzz.com/t/offering-custom-murals/1363)
**Author:** [@Jackie\_Grawe](https://forum.houzz.com/u/Jackie_Grawe)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2026, 11:15am UTC](https://forum.houzz.com/t/offering-custom-murals/1363 "2026-08-09T11:15:59Z")
I want to take my recent experience in historical restoration in churches and decorative painting to residential homes. As a Soloprenuer pricing appropriately is my goal. Hand painted Low voc, high quality materials 20… --- ## [Getting Started - How to start a numbering convention while considering QB integration](https://forum.houzz.com/t/getting-started-how-to-start-a-numbering-convention-while-considering-qb-integration/1335)
**Author:** [@Ajay\_Bhatt](https://forum.houzz.com/u/Ajay_Bhatt)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2026, 5:36pm UTC](https://forum.houzz.com/t/getting-started-how-to-start-a-numbering-convention-while-considering-qb-integration/1335 "2026-07-31T17:36:12Z")
What is the best practice for starting in Houzz. Specifically creating Job Numbers and considering how to integrate them into Quickbooks --- ## [Show us your favorite 'before and after' from a recent project. Post a photo!](https://forum.houzz.com/t/show-us-your-favorite-before-and-after-from-a-recent-project-post-a-photo/1331)
**Author:** [@Elizabeth\_Fabozzi1](https://forum.houzz.com/u/Elizabeth_Fabozzi1)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2026, 5:08pm UTC](https://forum.houzz.com/t/show-us-your-favorite-before-and-after-from-a-recent-project-post-a-photo/1331 "2026-07-09T17:08:50Z")
Whether it’s a full remodel or a small fix that made a big difference, we want to see the transformation. Drop your before/after shots below! --- ## [In a need of help changing the Address as its locked](https://forum.houzz.com/t/in-a-need-of-help-changing-the-address-as-its-locked/1329)
**Author:** [@John\_John](https://forum.houzz.com/u/John_John)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2026, 5:06pm UTC](https://forum.houzz.com/t/in-a-need-of-help-changing-the-address-as-its-locked/1329 "2026-07-09T17:06:09Z")
I’m trying to change the contact info, but it’s locked on my business. What’s next? Thank you! --- ## [Vendor Credits/Discount](https://forum.houzz.com/t/vendor-credits-discount/1323)
**Author:** [@Semmelmann\_Interiors](https://forum.houzz.com/u/Semmelmann_Interiors)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2026, 6:56pm UTC](https://forum.houzz.com/t/vendor-credits-discount/1323 "2026-06-27T18:56:52Z")
Would love for the software to be able to have vendor discounts internally. We sometimes get an additional discount based on our relationship with the vendor but the calculator bases the markup on a percentage. We charge… --- ## [What's the most useful thing AI has actually saved you time? What has it totally flopped at?](https://forum.houzz.com/t/whats-the-most-useful-thing-ai-has-actually-saved-you-time-what-has-it-totally-flopped-at/1325)
**Author:** [@Elizabeth\_Fabozzi1](https://forum.houzz.com/u/Elizabeth_Fabozzi1)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2026, 10:22pm UTC](https://forum.houzz.com/t/whats-the-most-useful-thing-ai-has-actually-saved-you-time-what-has-it-totally-flopped-at/1325 "2026-06-25T22:22:20Z")
AI is everywhere right now tell us where it’s genuinely helped your workflow and where it still has a long way to go… --- ## [What's a skill from outside the industry that secretly makes you better at your job? 🎯](https://forum.houzz.com/t/whats-a-skill-from-outside-the-industry-that-secretly-makes-you-better-at-your-job/1305)
**Author:** [@Elizabeth\_Fabozzi1](https://forum.houzz.com/u/Elizabeth_Fabozzi1)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2026, 5:27am UTC](https://forum.houzz.com/t/whats-a-skill-from-outside-the-industry-that-secretly-makes-you-better-at-your-job/1305 "2026-06-23T05:27:52Z")
Maybe you were a chef, an athlete, a teacher, or served in the military. Tell us about a past life or hidden talent that gives you an edge in your work today! --- ## [What’s the coolest "hidden" feature or secret room you’ve ever designed? 🤫](https://forum.houzz.com/t/what-s-the-coolest-hidden-feature-or-secret-room-you-ve-ever-designed/1300)
**Author:** [@Elizabeth\_Fabozzi1](https://forum.houzz.com/u/Elizabeth_Fabozzi1)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2026, 5:22am UTC](https://forum.houzz.com/t/what-s-the-coolest-hidden-feature-or-secret-room-you-ve-ever-designed/1300 "2026-06-18T05:22:02Z")
Everyone loves a secret. Whether it’s a hidden pantry behind a cabinet door, a secret speakeasy behind a bookshelf, or a TV that pops out of the floor, share the most clever, high-end engineering feats you’ve created! --- ## [What's one vintage or antique piece you’ve built an entire room around?](https://forum.houzz.com/t/whats-one-vintage-or-antique-piece-you-ve-built-an-entire-room-around/1301)
**Author:** [@Elizabeth\_Fabozzi1](https://forum.houzz.com/u/Elizabeth_Fabozzi1)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2026, 5:04am UTC](https://forum.houzz.com/t/whats-one-vintage-or-antique-piece-you-ve-built-an-entire-room-around/1301 "2026-06-18T05:04:25Z")
Every treasure hunter has that one find. Whether it’s an antique fireplace mantel imported from France or a salvaged historic light fixture, show us your most unique finds! --- ## [If you could shadow another pro for one day, who would it be?](https://forum.houzz.com/t/if-you-could-shadow-another-pro-for-one-day-who-would-it-be/1306)
**Author:** [@Elizabeth\_Fabozzi1](https://forum.houzz.com/u/Elizabeth_Fabozzi1)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2026, 11:58am UTC](https://forum.houzz.com/t/if-you-could-shadow-another-pro-for-one-day-who-would-it-be/1306 "2026-06-16T11:58:28Z")
Any trade or specialty counts! Whose work have you always been curious about, and what would you hope to learn from a day in their boots? --- ## [Looking for "Professional Interior Stylists" to connect with!](https://forum.houzz.com/t/looking-for-professional-interior-stylists-to-connect-with/1008)
**Author:** [@Mary\_Brown](https://forum.houzz.com/u/Mary_Brown)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2026, 5:56pm UTC](https://forum.houzz.com/t/looking-for-professional-interior-stylists-to-connect-with/1008 "2026-06-14T17:56:04Z")
I started as a professional interior stylist, then trained to become an interior designer, but I still love style-only jobs and I’m looking to connect with other stylists. --- ## [Virus concerns from client uploaded files](https://forum.houzz.com/t/virus-concerns-from-client-uploaded-files/1292)
**Author:** [@Rodney\_Lawley](https://forum.houzz.com/u/Rodney_Lawley)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2026, 6:29pm UTC](https://forum.houzz.com/t/virus-concerns-from-client-uploaded-files/1292 "2026-06-10T18:29:06Z")
Is anyone else concerned about files uploaded by leads and clients containing viruses or trojans, if so how are you dealing with it? --- ## [What’s the coolest or wildest backyard design or element a client has requested?](https://forum.houzz.com/t/what-s-the-coolest-or-wildest-backyard-design-or-element-a-client-has-requested/1281)
**Author:** [@Elizabeth\_Fabozzi1](https://forum.houzz.com/u/Elizabeth_Fabozzi1)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2026, 10:31pm UTC](https://forum.houzz.com/t/what-s-the-coolest-or-wildest-backyard-design-or-element-a-client-has-requested/1281 "2026-05-26T22:31:07Z")
Happy long weekend, Houzz community! What is the funniest, most bizarre outdoor design choice a client ever dug their heels in on? Drop your favorite patio stories below! --- ## [What’s the funniest or most specific design request you’ve done for a pet? 🐾](https://forum.houzz.com/t/what-s-the-funniest-or-most-specific-design-request-you-ve-done-for-a-pet/1282)
**Author:** [@Elizabeth\_Fabozzi1](https://forum.houzz.com/u/Elizabeth_Fabozzi1)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2026, 5:34pm UTC](https://forum.houzz.com/t/what-s-the-funniest-or-most-specific-design-request-you-ve-done-for-a-pet/1282 "2026-05-22T17:34:47Z")
Happy Friday! What’s the funniest or most specific design request you’ve done for a pet? Custom dog showers? Color-matching rugs to fur? Share your stories below and enjoy the holiday! :backhand\_index\_pointing\_down: --- ## [How to Print to Scale](https://forum.houzz.com/t/how-to-print-to-scale/1279)
**Author:** [@Kim\_Gifford](https://forum.houzz.com/u/Kim_Gifford)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2026, 5:22pm UTC](https://forum.houzz.com/t/how-to-print-to-scale/1279 "2026-05-22T17:22:08Z")
Is it possible to print a floor plan to scale? All of the contractors I share designs with are disappointed that I can’t provide a real floor plan for them to accurately use and submit for permits. Am I missing this? … --- ## [Best Accounting/Finances Practices in Houzz Pro?](https://forum.houzz.com/t/best-accounting-finances-practices-in-houzz-pro/249)
**Author:** [@Bradford\_Schumann](https://forum.houzz.com/u/Bradford_Schumann)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2026, 12:24am UTC](https://forum.houzz.com/t/best-accounting-finances-practices-in-houzz-pro/249 "2026-05-05T00:24:50Z")
I’m a CPA that works with design firms using Houzz Pro! I’m curious - what are some of the areas/topics related to accounting and finances you all would be most interested in discussing? A few ideas I have: Design fe… --- ## [Free Houzz Pro Workflow for Interior Design Studios](https://forum.houzz.com/t/free-houzz-pro-workflow-for-interior-design-studios/1257)
**Author:** [@Melissa\_Tollefson](https://forum.houzz.com/u/Melissa_Tollefson)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2026, 5:08pm UTC](https://forum.houzz.com/t/free-houzz-pro-workflow-for-interior-design-studios/1257 "2026-04-30T17:08:37Z")
Hey everyone, we’ve been using Houzz Pro as the backbone of our project management for a few years now and we have had so much success with it we’ve made a course teaching others to do the same. Here is a link to a free … --- ## [Is a custom home cheaper than buying an existing house?](https://forum.houzz.com/t/is-a-custom-home-cheaper-than-buying-an-existing-house/1263)
**Author:** [@Lily\_Allen](https://forum.houzz.com/u/Lily_Allen)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2026, 3:45am UTC](https://forum.houzz.com/t/is-a-custom-home-cheaper-than-buying-an-existing-house/1263 "2026-04-30T03:45:01Z")
A custom home can be cheaper than buying an existing house — but it depends on your land costs, design choices, location, and how much renovation an older property would need. In Melbourne, many buyers are comparing both… --- ## [If you had a clone for 2 weeks, what’s the first task you’d offload?](https://forum.houzz.com/t/if-you-had-a-clone-for-2-weeks-what-s-the-first-task-you-d-offload/1220)
**Author:** [@Elizabeth\_Fabozzi1](https://forum.houzz.com/u/Elizabeth_Fabozzi1)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [April 29, 2026, 7:46pm UTC](https://forum.houzz.com/t/if-you-had-a-clone-for-2-weeks-what-s-the-first-task-you-d-offload/1220 "2026-04-29T19:46:45Z")
If you could magically clone yourself tomorrow, what part of the business would you hand over to “Clone You” and what would you keep? First 50 responses will be entered into a raffle for a $50 Houzz Swag promo code! --- ## [What’s your No. 1 red flag during a discovery call?](https://forum.houzz.com/t/what-s-your-no-1-red-flag-during-a-discovery-call/1256)
**Author:** [@Elizabeth\_Fabozzi1](https://forum.houzz.com/u/Elizabeth_Fabozzi1)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2026, 5:40pm UTC](https://forum.houzz.com/t/what-s-your-no-1-red-flag-during-a-discovery-call/1256 "2026-04-16T17:40:46Z")
We’ve all taken on a project we knew we should’ve passed on. What’s the one thing a lead says or does in that first meeting that tells you they aren’t the right fit? Let’s swap signs so we can all spend more time on the … --- ## [When did your "DIY" system finally break?](https://forum.houzz.com/t/when-did-your-diy-system-finally-break/1255)
**Author:** [@Elizabeth\_Fabozzi1](https://forum.houzz.com/u/Elizabeth_Fabozzi1)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2026, 5:36pm UTC](https://forum.houzz.com/t/when-did-your-diy-system-finally-break/1255 "2026-04-16T17:36:31Z")
We’ve all tried scaling with sticky notes and spreadsheets until that one “uh-oh” moment—like a missed change order or a lost lead. What was the specific tipping point that made you realize you needed a real command cent… --- ## [Time Tracking Issues](https://forum.houzz.com/t/time-tracking-issues/1088)
**Author:** [@B\_Street\_Design](https://forum.houzz.com/u/B_Street_Design)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2026, 6:05pm UTC](https://forum.houzz.com/t/time-tracking-issues/1088 "2026-04-03T18:05:44Z")
A few suggested improvements to time tracking. Employees should not be inputting their rates. A super admin should be the only one doing that. Employee Rates. In the employee profile- there should be 1. their hourly ra… [Next page](https://forum.houzz.com/c/general/4.md?page=1)