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Residential building wages remain competitive, but compared with previous years, wage growth has slowed considerably
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New homes in a master planned community
From diverse housing types to third spaces and more, these trends are helping attract homebuyers to new-home communities
May 8, 2026
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Market segmentation can help set builders apart, drive traffic, and ultimately improve sales. These tips can help
May 7, 2026
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Row of townhomes
Townhomes offer more than just an achievable price point. They can also offer a communal living experience that appeals to buyers
May 1, 2026
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April 7, 2026

Construction

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In its debut episode, host and president of the Home Builders Institute Ed Brady speaks with HBI Board of Trustees chairman Eugene Graf about the challenging labor market and ...
May 7, 2026
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As part of the 13th annual National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction week, OSHA is encouraging employers to take part in training activities and safety demonstrations...
May 5, 2026
Studio Home
ADUs and Studios don't have to be one unit per lot; they can be combined to create larger connected spaces for multiple purposes and household formations.
ADUs and studios built in factory settings are not only efficient to produce, but address the needs of an increasing number of today's home buyers and households
May 5, 2026
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Construction Manager on a jobsite
Exposing hidden costs, investing in training, and maximizing labor savings are keys to keeping costs in check
May 4, 2026

Business Management

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Homes in Chino, Calif.
Shifting populations and growing housing inventory have caused new neighborhoods to sprout up out of previously vacant land
May 8, 2026
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Akron, Ohio skyline
During Q-1 2026, home prices increased in 167 of the nation’s 235 largest metro areas
May 5, 2026
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Real estate agent holds up key and model home
In March, pending-home sales increased slightly from the prior month. However, on a year-over-year basis, they’re still down by 1.1%
May 1, 2026
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May 1, 2026

Sales + Marketing

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Gen Z couple purchasing a home
According to recent survey data, 80% of Gen Z buyers received financial help when purchasing their home
May 1, 2026
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Recent survey data show that the number of adults between the ages of 18 and 25 interested in working in the trades has doubled over the last decade. Even so, the share remains...
April 21, 2026
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While Generation Z made up just 4% of homebuyers, Baby Boomers accounted for 42% of all buyers in the beginning of the year
April 17, 2026
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Row of new homes
Homebuyers want more than just a new home—they're looking for a community that suits their lifestyle
April 14, 2026

Idea Homes

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May 12, 2026

Events

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Women at WIRC
In this episode of Women at WIRC, architect, contractor, tech expert, and author Grace Mase demystifies integrating AI to help boost predictability and profitability
April 28, 2026
She Built Fundation Ambassadors (L-R) Blake Udine, Zoey Gerson, and Wynee Druschel made quite an impression at the 2026 International Builders' Show, educating and encouraging adults and kids alike about careers in the skilled construction trades.
At the 2026 International Builders’ Show, The She Built Foundation enlisted a trio of young female ambassadors to share the message of career opportunities for women in construction...
April 2, 2026