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Building Materials
Building Materials Prices Saw Increases in February
Prices for gypsum, ready-mix concrete, and steel-mill products all rose during February, according to Producer Price Index data, while softwood lumber prices declined
Financing
As Mortgage Rates Dip, Homeowners With High Rates Move to Refinance
A decrease in rates last week prompted a rise in refinancing by homeowners who obtained their mortgages at near-peak rates
Building Technology
Putting AI at the Center of Home Building
Even though my wife and I worked with a top-notch, reputable custom home builder, building our first custom home turned out to be more challenging…
Planning + Development
What's Standing in the Way of Building Housing Near Transit Stops
Two recent studies look at the factors hindering housing development near rapid transit
Trends
These Design Trends Get the Thumbs-Down From Boomers
Whether it's garage doors dominating a home's façade, outdated smart home features, or walk-in closets off the bathroom, homeowners in their 60s, 70s, and 80s have opinions
The Passive House Network Publishes Guidance for 2024
The “Building Certifier Scope of Services” provides clarification on steps taken to certify a building to Passive House Institute standards
Demographics
The State of Hispanic Homeownership
2023 saw a net gain of 377,000 Latino owner-households, the largest single-year gain in almost 20 years, a recent report finds
Market Data + Trends
February Saw More Sellers Jumping Back Into the Housing Market
February's housing market saw an increase in the supply of available homes, with Dallas leading among metros where the most sellers are getting into the market
Business Management
How to Create a More Inclusive Workplace for Women in Construction
Consider these tips and techniques to attract and retain more women in your home building company and reap the benefits of a more diverse workforce
