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Commission is formed to improve U.S. housing policy
On Tuesday, the Bipartisan Policy Center (BPC) announced the full membership of its Housing Commission. Over the course of the next year, the Housing Commission will put together a package of realistic policy recommendations that will address the future housing needs of the nation.
Lean Building
PO vs. VPO—Another ‘Voice of the Process’
Your processes can teach you so much and save you a lot of cash. But you need metrics
Student loan debt: another housing market dampener
John Burns Real Estate Consulting indicated that student loan debt will be another stumbling block for the housing market.
The 15 best housing markets over the next five years
The latest data from Fiserv Case Shiller shows that national home prices are expected to grow at an annualized rate of 3.2 percent between 2011 and the second quarter of 2016.
Purchasing
Is It Time to Change How You Buy Drywall?
Most builders buy drywall turnkey, with both the material and the labor provided by the same contractor. Purchasing expert Charles Schneider offers a better solution
ScaleBlaster
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Venstar FlatStat thermostats
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KraftMaid Cabinetry with Whisper Touch
KraftMaid now offers its Whisper Touch soft-close hinges as standard on all of its cabinetry.
TimberTech Gate Kit
TimberTech's Gate Kit allows contractors to create a customizable, simple-to-install gate using excess or additional railing materials.
Fypon PVC Trellis System
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