How Leading U.S. Homebuilder D.R. Horton Topped Earnings Estimates for Q1 FY2025
National homebuilder D.R. Horton reported earnings for its first quarter of fiscal year 2025 on January 21. The earnings beat
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HomeAid and Building Industry Association Host Homebuilders Care Essentials Donation Drive to Help Victims of Los Angeles Wildfires
Locations open for drop-off Saturday, January 18 from 9am to 3pm WHO: HomeAid Los Angeles and Building Industry Association of
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U.S. Population Reaches Highest Growth Rate in 23 Years
The United States resident population grew by 3,304,757 to a total population of 340,110,988, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s latest
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Tri Pointe Homes Austin Triumphs at the 2024 Parade of Homes™ With Seven Awards
Award-winning model homes showcase innovative design, premium craftsmanship, and standout features across two celebrated communities AUSTIN, TEXAS – Tri Pointe Homes®,
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How to Help Los Angeles Wildfire Relief Efforts
The National Association of Home Builders has shared resources in response to the Los Angeles wildfires: In response to the
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Construction Materials Prices Inch Down 0.2% in December, Up 0.9% Year Over Year
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Construction input prices decreased 0.2% in December compared to the previous month, according to an Associated Builders
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Single-Family Permits Up in November 2024
The total number of single-family permits issued year-to-date (YTD) nationwide reached 912,910 over the first eleven months of 2024. This
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California Developers Want to ‘Turbocharge’ Building After Los Angeles Fires
Amidst the efforts to rebuild homes destroyed by the fires that have plagued Southern California for over seven days (still
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U.S. Population Grows at Highest Rate Since 2001
The United States resident population grew by 3,304,757 to a total population of 340,110,988, this is according to the U.S.
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Construction Job Data Improves in November
In 38 states and the District of Columbia, nonfarm payroll employment increased in November 2024 compared to the previous month,
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Prices and Trends in the U.S. Framing Lumber Market
The framing lumber composite price increased 0.5% for the week ending on January 3. This is after climbing 1.2% the
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2025’s Blended Opportunities for U.S. Homebuilding
The new year poises homebuilding for a combination of industry favors and challenges By Brad Hunter The homebuilding sector is
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Mortgage Applications Increase Marginally in December
The Market Composite Index increased marginally by 2.9% month-over-month on a seasonally adjusted (SA) basis. This was compared to December
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Building Codes in Question as Fires Burn Structures and Homes Across Los Angeles
Several fires are burning across Los Angeles County, the most devastating of which being the Palisades Fire. Spanning over 17,000
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Supply Surge Improving Affordability in South and West
Affordability declined for the second consecutive month in November. This was as mortgage rates drifted higher. However, the housing market
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Mom-and-Pop Investors Are Quietly Shaping the Housing Market
Often associated with deep-pocketed institutional buyers, data from Q3 2024 paints a different picture for investor activity in the United
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U.S. Housing Saw A Significant Boost in New Home Sales as 2024 Came to a Close
Sales of new single-family homes reached a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 664,000 in November 2024, according to newly released
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Housing Supply Ends 2024 On the Rise, Up 12% Year Over Year
During the last week of December, Redfin shared key metrics and leading indicators for the rise in housing inventory towards
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Top Compromises Buyers Will Make to Reach Homeownership for 2025
Housing affordability had been brought to its lowest level in more than a decade by the effects of the pandemic
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Top 10 U.S. Housing Market Hot Spots to Watch This Year Unveiled
The top 10 market hot spots for United States housing have been announced by the National Association of Realtors (NAR).
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Starter homes cost $1,091 more per month to purchase than rent
As we’ve noted through the years (in both 2022 and 2023), high home prices, elevated mortgage rates, and tight housing
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ASID Announces 2025 National Conference
(Dec. 11, 2024 – Washington, D.C.) – The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) announced details for its national conference
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Architect Bryan C. Lee Jr., honored with 2025 Whitney M. Young Jr. Award
WASHINGTON – December 13, 2024 – The Board of Directors and the Strategic Council of the American Institute of Architects
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Single-Family Permits Up in October 2024
Over the first 10 months of 2024, the total number of single-family permits issued year to date (YTD) nationwide reached
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OSHA finalizes PPE standard for construction
The rule, effective Jan. 13, will require employers to provide properly fitting equipment to their workers. Improperly fitting PPE can
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ABC: Wisconsin Is the Top State for Construction
WASHINGTON, Dec. 16—Wisconsin is the No. 1 state for construction, according to Associated Builders and Contractors’ 10th annual Merit Shop
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Housing in 2024: Challenges, Trends, and the Road Ahead
The U.S. housing market in 2024 was marked by economic resilience, persistent affordability challenges, and shifting market dynamics. While the
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Exploring the Financial Impact of Inclusivity on Residential Construction Businesses
Business models may vary, but a common characteristic of many of the most successful businesses is having a diverse staff.
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OSHA Updates PPE Fit Requirements for Construction Workers
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) today published a final rule revising its personal protective equipment (PPE) fit requirements
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Building Material Prices Increase in November Led by Lumber
Prices for inputs to new residential construction—excluding capital investment, labor, and imports—were unchanged in November according to the most recent
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New York City makes sweeping zoning changes to address housing crisis
The New York City Council recently approved a plan that city officials are calling the “most pro-housing zoning proposal” in
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