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New OSHA Rules To Reduce Fall And Trip Hazards
The Occupational Health and Safety Administration issued final revised rules for walking-working surfaces and fall protection standards. The…
Mortgage Rate Hike Catches Buyers and Lenders by Surprise
Before the election, buyers were dragging their feet, but real estate agents, according to The New York Times, report a flurry of activity with more showings and contract signings since rates moved.
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2016 Builder of the Year: LGI
Masters of a challenging niche, LGI turns renters into owners by building homes within reach for entry-level buyers
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As healthy as a house-the marketing fire power of Gene Myers and Thrive Home Builders
Gene Meyers says builders that ignore marketing green and healthy homes do so at their own risk
Exclusive Research: Builders See Momentum Carrying into 2017
No mid-cycle jitters: even entry-level homes gain traction as a market opportunity for next year
Judge Blocks Obama Rule Extending Overtime Pay To 4.2 Million U.S. Workers
A federal judge blocked an Obama administration rule to extend mandatory overtime pay to more than 4 million salaried workers from taking effect.…
Existing Home Sales Reach Highest Point Since February 2007
October was a strong month for existing home sales, in part because of the disappointments potential buyers experienced this summer.…
Mortgage Rates Remain Low Despite Sharp Jump Since Election
Wall Street is optimistic about the president-elect’s plans for infrastructure spending and tax cuts
Texas Luxury Community Features Underground Homes With Air Lock Blast Doors
Texas investors are planning a $300 million luxury community, named Trident Lakes, of underground homes with air-lock blast doors designed for…
Passive House Standard Gaining Influence In Residential And Commercial Sectors
The Passive House standard will become the base building code for commercial construction, and is having influence in the residential arena,…