Demographics
More Housing Options for Mature Boomers
Baby Boomers approaching their 70s will need a wider range of housing options, including those with on-site health care
Business Management
Data-Driven Builders Leave the Guesswork Behind
It's time for home builders to say goodbye to the seat-of-your-pants approach to business management and enlist data to improve business processes
How To
An RFQ Checklist for Greater Efficiency and Better Margins
A well-prepared request for quotation eases anxiety and goes a long way toward minimizing project delays and cost overruns. Here’s the scope
Sales
Beyond the Close—Determining a Salesperson's Most Important Trait
Is the ability to close the most important trait in a salesperson? Don’t forget to consider the total cost
Quality Matters
How to Avoid Drywall Problems From Truss Uplift
Warranty service calls and related costs to fix drywall cracks and nail pops are easily avoided by getting a few simple details right when installing trusses
Off-Site Construction
Exclusive Research: The Off-Site Argument
Everyone says off-site construction is the answer to housing’s supply, labor, and affordability challenges—except single-family builders
Optimize Your Website: Local SEO Tactics to Boost Your Digital Marketing
Local SEO is an effective way to compete with Zillow and other home search platforms for attention and to get your message out to buyers on the web
House Review
Outdoor Living for All Seasons
Blurring the lines for all seasons, these designs are careful and inviting, no matter the weather
Opportunity Zones to Encourage Investment in Distressed Communities
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Public Issues, Private Funds
The infusion of private capital from outside industries into affordable housing initiatives will change communities, and may change the framework of how shelter is delivered there