Single-Family Permits 12% Higher Than Previous Year
Nationwide, issued single-family permits in November increased 12.2% compared to the previous year…
The Off-Site Versus On-Site Construction Debate
Advocates for building homes off-site in a factory and an on-site builder present their cases for…
Department of Labor Clarifies Independent Contractor Classification
It will be easier to classify workers between independent contractors and employees, according to…
Residential Construction Employment Outperforms National Employment
As overall nonfarm payroll employment decreased in December amid rising COVID-19 cases, residential…
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How We Built The New American Home 2021
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Housing Markets
Are You Building in One of the States Americans Leave Most?
United Van Lines analyzed its moving data to identify the top states Americans are fleeing most.
Construction
Increases in Private Residential Spending Reflects Strong Growth
Both strong spending on single-family construction and home improvements helped to increase total private residential construction spending in Nove
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Determining Whether or Not to Take Matters to Court
To take to court or not to take to court?
Construction
New Construction Booming in Second Home Markets
The National Association of Home Builders says the pandemic has fueled a suburban shift, but also greatly benefitted traditional second home market
Multifamily
Multifamily Construction is Making a Comeback
After months of new single-family construction leading the way, November’s construction starts were boosted primarily by multifamily construction.
Construction
Jobsite Workers Could Be Legally Required to Get Vaccinated
Just as healthcare workers are required to receive the flu shot, it is within contractors’ rights to require workers to be vaccinated for COVID-19.
Construction
Construction Outnumbers Healthcare Workers, First Responders for Highest COVID-19 Cases
Out of healthcare workers, first responders, and grocery store employees, construction workers have the highest positivity rates for asymptomatic c
Construction
National Gains for Single-Family Permits Led By the South
Nationwide, the number of issued single-family permits has surpassed 2019 levels, but some states reported significant declines.
Construction
Colorado Home Building Academy Hopes to Expand Nationally
One of the most pressing issues facing the industry today is the shortage of skilled labor.
