Top-Selling Master-Planned Communities of 2021
RCLCO gives a mid-year update on the MPC landscape in the U.S. By Gregg Logan and Karl Pischke Home sales
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In this issue
Holding Steady in the Housing Market
Full approval for Pfizer’s shots and employer mandates should give an added lift to the housing market. By Patrick Duffy
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Green Outdoor Living
Incorporate plants to enhance your landscape, lower utility bills and give back to the planet. By Chloe Chapman Are you
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New Homes Improve Your Health
It’s our duty to reiterate healthier home features to prospective buyers By Anja Seng New homes improve resident health in
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Editor’s Note: September 2021
Dear Readers in print and online, As summer comes to a close and we head straight into the cooler months
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Back Down to Earth: California’s New Energy Code
An update on supply, inventory and California’s new energy code By Brian Alvarado As we now enter Fall, the housing
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The Rise of the Sister Cities
These areas provide an affordability solution and could attract many buyers and renters By Devyn Bachman and Nicole Luszczak Just
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Millennials Embrace Suburban Homeownership
Millennials are becoming the new drivers of the housing market By George Raitu Real estate markets have undergone extraordinary changes
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Pandemic Accelerated Millennial Homeownership Demand
Millennial homeownership now has the greatest influence on the housing market By Odeta Kushi The broadening role of the home
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The Pandemic’s Impact on Millennial Home Buyers
Although home sales have been high, millennial home buyers in the market are having a tough time with affordability By
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The State of the Economy
The state of the economy and housing market continue to be affected by factors like the COVID virus and consumer
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Sustained Momentum in the Housing Market
Although vaccine hesitancy has led to rebounding COVID-19 cases, lessons learned in 2020 won’t derail recovery By Patrick Duffy In
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Overcoming the Land’s Greatest Hurdle
These types of finance tools can be highly effective and benefit the greater community. By Carter Froelich Homebuilders across the
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Green, Greener, Greenest
Healthier, more sustainable homes are what today’s buyers are looking for By Donna Aldrich The demand for green homes, even
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Green-Lighting Healthy, Sustainable Homes
The right planning, practices and resources lead to greater and greener results for homebuilders By James Attwood Home builders and
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Quality Now Means Revenue Later
It is tempting to cut corners in today’s hectic environment but investing in quality today will pay dividends in the
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Three Keys to Targeting Young, Entry-Level Buyers
Entry-level buyers are a main focus for builders across the nation By Chris Porter The largest age group in the
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The B&D Interview: David Grounds, CEO and Founder of Dorn Homes
The Arizona-based builder talks about the company’s mission to improve the lives of all those they touch, including buyers and
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Implementing Better Builds
Today’s buyers want their new homes to be more energy-efficient and sustainable and home builders need to fill that demand
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The Road to Economic Recovery
Increasing vaccinations and an improving economy allow Americans to joyfully return to enjoying their Summer By Patrick Duffy As indicated
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Editor’s Note: July 2021
Dear readers in print and online, Welcome to the July issue of Builder and Developer Magazine. As always, this issue
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Publisher’s Note: July 2021
Hello Readers, in print and online, We enter the latter half of 2021 and U.S. home prices continue to soar
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The B&D Interview: Robert Dietz, Chief Economist for NAHB
The economist gives us his take on the state of the economy and housing market and what he predicts for
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There’s No Place Like Home
Over a year later, the pandemic presents a new normal for the world. By Ron Nestor For most, it happened
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Combatting the Rising Costs of Materials
The challenges facing the home building industry are causing severe impacts on home builders and home buyers. By Shelly Jenks
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4 Tips for Overcoming the Materials Issues
Epcon Franchising executive shares his insight on how to navigate through current conditions. By Paul Hanson The real estate market
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Overcoming Another Obstacle
The housing industry is being put to the test again. By Brian Alvarado It’s hard to believe that the mid-way
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Innovation, Flexibility and Adaptability
Relentless focus on efficiency and a superior closing experience drive success amid a wild pandemic housing market. By Joseph S.
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Is This Hot Housing Market Sustainable?
As the housing market continues to remain hot, many wonder if this level of demand is maintainable. By Alex Barron
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Publisher’s Note: June 2021
Hello Readers, in print and online. Our mid-year look at housing economics reveals some interesting trends, as the country emerges
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The New Single Family Housing Market
Demand is up but certain obstacles could slow momentum By Gregg Logan Although we are still likely to have a
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