Government + Policy
Housing and the 2020 Presidential Election
Housing issues are in play in the race for the presidency in the 2020 election, and home builders are paying attention
House Review
Urban Townhome Designs That Show Density Isn't a Dirty Word
Four great examples of higher-density projects designed with ample open areas and private outdoor spaces
Net Zero
Housing's Now: The Ultimate Z.E.N. Home
The Ultimate Zero Energy Now Home is proof that combining high performance and market appeal is a recipe for success in today’s competitive production environment
Products
A Closer Look at Products Innovation in the Ultimate Z.E.N. Home
Products provided by sponsors of the Ultimate Zero Energy Now (Z.E.N.) home helped the builder deliver high performance and market appeal
Business Management
Home Building's Response to the Changing Times
As the way we live has changed due to the coronavirus pandemic, home builders are adapting and rethinking their businesses, from operations to sales to business management
Leadership
Is Your Problem-Solving Like Playing Whac-A-Mole?
Up your problem-solving game with these steps for process improvement
Business Management
Home Builder Success and the Fragility of Good Things
All successful builders are alike. Each unsuccessful builder fails in its own way
Sales + Marketing
The Uberization of New-Home Sales
On-demand appointments can boost sales conversions and align your team with today’s homebuying realities
Quality Matters
Mitigate Cracks and Warranty Calls With Correct Construction Detailing for Siding
Creating adequate separation between materials—such as cementitious stucco, stone, or brick adjacent to wood-based or vinyl products—is critical to mitigating cracks (and worse) along surfaces
Net Zero
Net Zero Energy: The Ultimate Z.E.N. Home's Comfort Solution
The Ultimate Zero Energy Now Home took a team approach to conquer aggressive performance and cost goals and deliver optimum indoor comfort.
