This Agrihood Connects Suburban Living and Agriculture
One Canadian developer has owned 500 acres of agricultural land in Vancouver since 1989 but…
Land Demand ‘On Fire’ Across the Country
Nearly all top land brokers reported their markets were experiencing intense demand in the third…
Thomas Beadel on Splitting Lots, Doubling Inventory
The business model for Thomas James Homes' Trademark by TJH brand brings more opportunities for buyers in neighborhoods where inventory is tight
How Just-in-Time Land Deals Help Manage Cash Flow
Why putting too many financial eggs in a long-term land basket may not be the most nimble move for home builders right now
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Planning + Development
How Meritage Homes Halted Land Deals, Calmed Buyer Fears to Survive Downturn
When a crisis strikes, it can be hard to think straight, but some of the business decisions made at the start can be the difference between your bu
Financing
Financing for Affordable Housing Is Increasingly Harder to Secure
Developers of affordable housing are having a tougher time lining up financing.
Planning + Development
L.A. Developers Still Building Large Homes, Despite City’s Attempt to Restrict Them
Developers continue to build large single-family homes on lots zoned for more density in Los Angeles, despite the city’s efforts to curtail such co
Net Zero
Transitioning to Building Net Zero Homes? Start With Land Acquisition
Make land your first consideration for building net zero and net-zero energy ready homes
Zoning
Nebraska Lawmakers Build Support for Relaxing Density Restrictions
Nebraska could become the second state in the nation after Oregon to pass a statewide law on zoning.
Planning + Development
13 American Communities Offer Free Land for Builders
Thirteen American communities—primarily in the Midwest and Plains states—are offering free land for those who would invest and build there.
Planning + Development
How Did Land Sales and Prices Change in 2019?
Overall land sales rose over two percent in 2019 in all categories, according to the 2019 Land Market Survey, a joint survey conducted by the Realt
Planning + Development
Buying Land? 10 Tips to Find the Best of What’s Left
Think all the good land was bought by big builders? 10 tips for small builders to find and buy land
Planning + Development
Land of Opportunity: How Home Builders Can Get Creative in 2020
If you think more creatively about building opportunities and can navigate the associated hurdles, you could significantly impact housing supply in your market
Planning + Development
On Your Lot or Not? Advantages, Challenges of a Semi-Custom Approach
Somewhere between custom and production, building to suit on a client’s land removes some risk, while keeping your creative juices flowing
