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While most of the housing market saw minimal sales activity, starter-home sales grew by nearly 5% year-over-year in October
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Design

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Not all buyers 55 and older are alike in their housing preference, and are hip enough to want modern features that suit an active lifestyle
Dec. 4, 2025
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A trio of winners from the Best in American Living Awards offer innovative designs to address site-specific challenges.
Dec. 2, 2025
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Small, modern kitchen
From building upward to using bright colors, these design strategies can bring function and flow to even the tightest spaces
Dec. 1, 2025
Rendering by SPF:architects
The 9,414-square-foot Anderson Residence in Pacific Palisades, Calif., represents the spirit and the sustainabilty of Case Study 2.0 homes. It is an updated, fire-resistant replica of a home that stood for 50 years before being consumed by wildfire.
A post-World War II program to boost housing supply has been revived to help victims of the Palisades and Altadena wildfires
Dec. 1, 2025

Construction

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In this episode of the Women at WIRC podcast, Porter, senior lead scientist at Dupont, discusses her commitment to creating better, more sustainable building products and how ...
Dec. 3, 2025
IBACOS
A concrete foundation and slab being properly consolidated by means of vibration, with an adequate number of workers on site to place and finish the pour.
Consider these best practices to ensure a proper pour and lasting performance of your concrete applications.
Dec. 2, 2025
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The NewLook Idea Home is a master class in engineering and creative design, with builder Michael Freiburger out-thinking an exceptionally tricky lot
Dec. 2, 2025
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As federal immigration enforcement efforts ramp up, these cities are most likely to feel the effects
Dec. 2, 2025

Business Management

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Real estate agent hands keys over to homebuyer
The homeownership rate is already at a six-year low, but it is expected to fall even further in the new year
Dec. 3, 2025
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Adults with suitcases coming back to their parents' house
In 2024, the share of young adults who chose to move back in with their parents grew to 32.5%, up from 31.8% the prior year
Dec. 2, 2025
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A 50-year mortgage loan option sounds like a solution to lower monthly payments, but will it actually make homes more affordable?
President Trump's proposal to enable 50-year mortgage loans has consumers, builders, and economists buzzing. Here's the real story of how it plays out
Dec. 2, 2025
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Sunset on the beach with Miami skyline in the background
A homeowner is considered "house poor" if they spend more than 30% of their income on monthly housing costs, but in some cities, homeowners are spending more than that
Dec. 1, 2025

Sales + Marketing

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Multiple generations living under one roof
Whether it's for affordability or convenience, more families are choosing to cohabitate under one roof
Dec. 1, 2025
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Home buildng is experiencing a revival of innovation, from digital technoligies to production efficiencies.
The reality is that innovation in home building isn’t a single breakthrough; rather, it’s a structured process of experimentation, testing, and scaling.
Nov. 20, 2025
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New homeowners moving into a house
The share of owners who regret a recent home purchase has declined over the last two years, especially for older and repeat buyers
Nov. 20, 2025
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Veteran holding up a key to their new home
Veterans are now able to afford a larger share of homes than in the past two years
Nov. 11, 2025

Idea Homes

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This month’s photo gallery captures the dramatic progress happening across the NEWLOOK Experience Home site. You’ll see the pool taking shape with completed rebar, formwork, and...
Dec. 2, 2025
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October marked a noticeable shift as the NEWLOOK Experience Home entered a highly visual phase of construction. Drywall progress is beginning to define each room, offering a clearer...
Dec. 1, 2025

Events

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Orange County Convention Center
Join thousands of industry professionals at DCW 2026, the world’s largest residential construction and design event, offering exhibits, live demonstrations, and more
Dec. 2, 2025
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IBS show floor
Taking place in Orlando from Feb 17-19, the NAHB International Builders’ Show 2026 is the premier event for residential construction professionals to see the latest products, ...
Dec. 2, 2025