Aging in Place: My Aunt Nancy’s New ADU
An apartment addition for an accessory dwelling unit to allow a family member to age in place presents several challenges and lessons learned for both the homeowners and contractor alike
Average Homebuyer Income Increased Considerably in 'Pandemic Boomtowns'
Remote workers moving to Boise, for example, have raised the average annual income of homebuyers by 24%, to $98,000
What Now for Residential Construction? The Housing Industry Post-Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic is essentially over, but the disruption to the housing industry that lies in its wake will be felt for years to come
Housing's New Now
There is no "new normal," only now. Use this time after the height of the pandemic and its upheaval to set the stage for sustainable success for your business
Some COVID-Era Workplace Practices Are Easing, But Others Are Here to Stay
COVID-19 may be easing its grip on the U.S. after a disastrous two years, but lingering supply chain disruptions have builders holding onto their pandemic business tactics
COVID’s Two Year Anniversary: How the Pandemic Impacted the U.S. Housing Market
After two years of grueling price volatility, building obstacles, and record low supply, the housing market is still recovering from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic
Market for Single-Family Home Rentals Remains Robust During Pandemic
Demand for single-family home rentals remains strong during the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite stay-at-home orders, investors have been able to…
5 Architects Predict How the Pandemic Will Change Home Design
Going through a crisis reveals what is truly important, and opulent, luxury finishes may mean less in future home design than flexible work spaces…
Housing Starts Plummet in April As Pandemic Takes Its Toll
Buyer demand may be making a comeback, but builders have lost a lot of ground. The housing industry was already struggling to build itself out of…
Climbing Weekly Mortgage Applications Hint at Housing Recovery
Six weeks ago, mortgage applications for home purchases were down 35 percent annually, but demand is roaring back. Purchase volume jumped 6…
Labor + Trade Relations
Is the Labor Shortage About to Get Worse?
The impact of the coronavirus pandemic on available skilled construction labor has home builders concerned
Will the Pandemic Ignite a Surge in Homeownership?
With the rampant layoffs, pay cuts, and financial turmoil, the pandemic sparking an increase in homeownership may sound like a joke, but real…
Lack of Inventory Prevents Price Declines, Holds Back April Home Sales
In April, housing demand was in free fall, plummeting 22.5 percent from the same time last year, according to Redfin. The only factor that kept …
Homebuyer Traffic Soars, But Sales Remain Uncertain
Homebuyers are back on the prowl—online at least. Searches for homes are back at and even surpassing pre-pandemic levels, according to the real…
Home Builder Sentiment Rising in May After Record Drop in April
After the coronavirus knocked the housing industry off of its feet in March and April, home builder sentiment is still shaky, but builders are…
Supply Disruptions and High Demand Spark Dramatic Leap in Lumber Prices
How much wood could a woodchuck chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood to the nearest home improvement store? Not enough to keep up with bored…