Harvard Report Stresses the Need for More Accessibility Features in US Homes
America's population is aging, and so too is its housing stock. To accommodate those with limited mobility, Harvard's Joint Center for Housing Studies suggests adding accessibility features into existing homes
Report Finds Existing US Housing Stock Still Needs More Investment
Despite the pandemic boom in remodeling, a new report from Harvard's Joint Center for Housing Studies finds many U.S. homes still require critical replacements and repairs
A Lack of Vacant Land Is Leading to a Rise in Teardowns
In states where inventory is low and vacant land is scarce, builders are tearing down existing homes and starting from scratch
How One Nonprofit Housing Developer in Roanoke, Va., Is Restoring the Vacant Middle
Restoration Housing is working to create 'Middle Housing' through historic preservation for the social benefit of limited-income families
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Remodeling
What’s Next for the Remodeling Sector in 2023?
Remodeling demand is waning, but as fewer homeowners can afford to relocate, remodelers are still filling backlogs with a steady stream of new projects
Healthy Homes
Healthy Home Upgrades Will Focus On Wellness and Relaxation in 2023
Homeowners are upgrading their living spaces for increased comfort and wellbeing in 2023. Here are the top renovations for the year ahead...
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Get Connected at an IBS Central
From remodeling to multifamily, IBS Centrals are geared toward niche markets so you can connect with like-minded housing-industry pros
Remodeling
Rising Mortgage Rates Prompt Would-Be Sellers to Stay in Place and Renovate
Homeowners are staying put and taking on large renovation projects rather than selling and confronting rising mortgage rates, and home improvement stores are reaping the benefits
Zoning
Strict Zoning Laws Are Forcing Homeowners to Expand Underground
Homeowners looking to add square footage to their homes in regions with strict zoning laws are digging deep to create spacious and luxurious 'McBasements'
Remodeling
Aging in Place: My Aunt Nancy’s New ADU
An apartment addition for an accessory dwelling unit to allow a family member to age in place presents several challenges and lessons learned for both the homeowners and contractor alike
Remodeling
Building Material Demand Expected to Dip In 2023 as Remodelers Catch Up With Backlogs
The remodeling sector reported strong growth in 2022, but as more remodelers catch up with lengthy backlogs, demand for building materials is expected to fall in the year ahead
Remodeling
Remodeling Sector Eyes Slower Growth Ahead in 2023
Affordability concerns and moderating home price appreciation are causing a slowdown in the remodeling sector, though spending is expected to remain historically high into the year ahead
Remodeling
Remodelers Are Finding New Ways to Adapt to a Record-Breaking Housing Market
Waning demand for home purchases means more projects for remodelers, but fulfilling a steady backlog of projects is proving to be a challenge amid inflated materials costs and labor shortages
Energy Efficiency
Energy Retrofits Offer a Practical Way for the Remodeling Sector to Practice Sustainability
Energy retrofits for existing homes are increasingly attainable, but their implementation relies on a fragmented and slightly antiquated remodeling sector
