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Appetites are building for eco-friendly homes; a recent report shows close to 60 percent of REALTORS® say… Read More RISMedia

The increase reported by the Commerce Department on Tuesday suggested recovery was under way in the housing market… Read More

March new home sales rebounded 4.5 percent to highest level since November 2017 March’s new home sales increased 4.5 percent

FEMA has backed this effort for communities lacking the residential building codes necessary to confront severe weather events… Read More

SolarEdge’s booth at Intersolar Europe 2019 (Hall B3, booth 110) will feature smart solar energy offerings and residential solutions, including…

If you want to sell your house to a millennial, it’s got to be minimalistic and energy-efficient, with clean lines…

Co-developed by The Lawson Companies and Samaritan House, Seaside Harbor is a unique housing opportunity serving multiple purposes… Read More

A new NAHB study presents the most recent and comprehensive estimates of home building employment, including self-employed workers, by state

March existing home sales fell 4.9 percent from February and 5.4 percent year-on-year Total existing-home sales fell 4.9% from February

In communities across the country, PulteGroup is incorporating eco-friendly practices into home building, offering long-term benefits to both consumers and

Along with other new developments, Safari Highlands is proposing a “net zero energy” community with extensive solar paneling and battery

Concrete moves inside the home Concrete is having a bit of a moment in the home design world. Read More

Maracay is debuting Deseo with a grand opening celebration this week; the new community is comprised on 94 homestimes. Read

Home buyers are willing to pay an additional $8,728 upfront on a home in order to save $1,000 a year

KB Home announced the grand opening of Countryside, its latest collection of new, commuter friendly, single-family homes in Ontario Ranch.

Early April business growth index slips to 52.8, but still in positive territory At 52.8 in April, down from 54.6

Prices for these energy efficient homes start in the high $300,000s. Read More Patch patch.com/california/banning-beaumont/pardee-releases-new-phase-homes-sale-beaumont

Outdoor kitchens topped the project trends list in the latest American Institute of Architects’ survey…. Read More Forbes www.forbes.com/sites/jamiegold/2019/04/12/industry-pros-share-top-outdoor-kitchen-and-living-room-trends/#769792fb20f5  

Development director says motivated builders want to ‘move super fast.’ Read More Bend Bulletin www.bendbulletin.com/localstate/7085241-151/bend-doesnt-expect-first-house-in-expansion-areas

Sentiment climbed in April, an indication that the housing market is gathering momentum during this spring… Read More Bloomberg www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2019-04-16/u-s-homebuilder-sentiment-rises-to-six-month-high-as-sales-gain

Megatrends in smart building have system challenges; new plans for power management may be the solution… Read More Electronic Design

Builder confidence rises one point to 63 in April Builder confidence in the market for newly-built single-family homes rose one

Not only can adding solar panels save energy costs and help the environment, it also can increase a home’s value…

The average American spends 87 percent of their life indoors, according to the EPA, but these solutions can… Read More

Common bundles services for a community of affordability – saving residents more than $500 a month… Read More Architect Magazine www.architectmagazine.com/design/co-living-design-aims-at-affordable-living-and-grows-in-popularity_s

Charlotte boutique developer Revolve Residential has begun construction on its latest development. Read More Charlotte Business Journal www.bizjournals.com/charlotte/news/2019/04/17/project-bringing-new-single-family-homes-to-noda.html

The federal tax incentive program has had an impact on its designated areas across the country. Read More The Real

LakeHouse will offer premium lake living including a range of home options and recreational amenities. Read More Builder.Media https://builder.media/2019/04/trendmaker-homes-debuts-new-lifestyle-community-west-houston/

Consumer sentiment slips slightly in early April survey Consumer confidence continued its sideways shuffle in early April, posting an insignificant

Meritage Homes Corporation opened of CitySquare, a first-of-its-kind condominium community in Irvine, CA. Read More Nasdaq www.nasdaq.com/article/meritage-homes-opens-energy-efficient-community-citysquare-cm1129428

Walk-in pantries, whether built with open shelves or cabinetry, are getting attention in today’s homes. Read More Kitchen & Bath