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Design

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Considering grading from the start of a project helps to create a home that works with the terrain rather than against it
Jan. 22, 2026
Builder: OC Builders Group | Designer: Studio Willow | Photographer: Leigh Ann Rowe
Modern kitchen
Homeowners in 2026 are staying in their homes for longer periods of time, and their kitchen design choices reflect this trend
Jan. 15, 2026
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Row of townhomes
The need for high-density housing has grown in recent years, challenging builders and designers to think outside the box to create quality communities
Jan. 13, 2026
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Walking trail at a master planned community
The best-selling master planned communities of 2025 collectively sold almost 33,000 homes in 2025. So, what worked for them?
Jan. 9, 2026

Construction

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Led by NAHB’s advocacy team, home builders enjoyed enjoyed significant victories on several key issues in the housing policy arena.
Jan. 15, 2026
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Home builders and policymakers are finally coming together to address regulatory barriers to housing supply and affordability
Jan. 14, 2026
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Construction workers working together on a home project
Despite declines in the overall job market, the construction industry reported more job openings in November compared with the prior month
Jan. 9, 2026
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Row of manufactured homes
HUD-code housing makes up 5.4% of the nation's housing stock, but in some parts of the US, the supply of manufactured housing is more than double that share
Jan. 8, 2026

Business Management

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Foreclosure activity continued to climb at the end of 2025, with one in every 3,163 homes having a foreclosure filing in December. Some states, however, recorded more foreclosure...
Jan. 23, 2026
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The residential construction and design industries are looking at the year ahead with cautious optimism.
The residential construction and design industry is expected to remain stable in 2026, with many professionals predicting more business opportunities in the year ahead
Jan. 23, 2026
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Older couple sitting on a couch in their home
The aging Baby Boomer generation still owns a majority of the nation's housing stock, and with them more likely to age in place than sell, resale inventory remains low
Jan. 22, 2026
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South Bend, Ind.
In 2026, buyers are heading to small to mid-size metros that offer affordable prices and climate resiliency
Jan. 22, 2026

Sales + Marketing

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Home builders have shifted their sales approaches in recent years, but in some cases have left buyers feeling more hesitant
Jan. 15, 2026
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Builders can market a new community before construction starts by using early visualization tools, phased rollouts, and lifestyle content tied to development milestones
Dec. 23, 2025
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2025 Healthy Homes Summit attendees
On September 18, 2025, the inaugural Healthy Homes Summit produced by the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) convened a diverse cross-section of the residential industry...
Dec. 10, 2025
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Follow these tips to help carve a competitive edge and preserve profitability as the housing market slows
Dec. 10, 2025

Idea Homes

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Value Engineering: A Cornerstone of Custom Home Building The Carolla Build Idea Home, a collaboration between Pro Builder and actor, comedian, and podcaster Adam Carolla in the...
Jan. 13, 2026
Tour the Desert Comfort Idea Home
Explore the Desert Comfort Idea Home and hear from the mastermind behind it during key stages of the home's construction
Dec. 23, 2025

Events

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When launching Yeti Services, Mary Peters says she had to fail first before ultimately finding success. In this episode of Women at WIRC, Peters shares how learning from her mistakes...
Dec. 29, 2025
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Pro Builder Show Village at IBS 2026 offers a firsthand look at what’s possible (and attainable) through high-quality craftsmanship and thoughtful design
Dec. 3, 2025