Single Women Outnumber Single Men in Homeownership
According to new research from the National Association of Realtors, over 20 million single women own homes, significantly outnumbering the
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Consumer Confidence Climbs in March
Consumer confidence in March rose to a three-month high as consumers’ improved view of current business and labor market conditions
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2025 Forecast vs. Actual Housing Market Report Card
On March 27, 2026, John Burns Research & Consulting announced its 2025 forecast report card, comparing its original thesis to
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Custom interiors are key for timeless design
Custom interiors are at the heart of achieving a timeless design inside a project. Rather than chasing trends, clients are
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Cotality reports softer home price growth
According to the S&P Cotality Case-Shiller Home Price Index, the leading measure of U.S. residential real estate prices, the beginning
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Builders respond to market with innovative design
According to the U.S. Census Bureau and the National Association of Realtors’ data, newly built homes are typically priced at
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Outdated home exteriors that are making a comeback
When it comes to design, certain trends that were popular in the past often make a comeback. The same can
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Chris Macey Assumes Role as President and CEO of USG Corporation
USG Corporation marked the official leadership transition of Chris Macey to President and Chief Executive Officer on April 1, 2026.
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Timber sales largely unaffected by war in Iran
Impacts of the war in Iran on the timber industry will likely be minimal indicated by professionals in the industry.
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2025 New and Resale Outlook of Single-family Home Prices
In the fourth quarter of 2025, the median price for a new single-family home was $405,300, which was $9,600 lower
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Arizona may eliminate home design rules
A new bill in the Arizona Senate, SB1431, would restrict municipal power governing planned communities and home design. This bill
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New Electrical Code Change for Kitchen Islands
The role of kitchen islands has expanded; the once decorative feature now serves as a central space for cooking, dining,
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KB Home reports first quarter 2026 results
KB Home operates in 49 markets, in the first quarter 2026 results reported net orders of 2,846 increased by 3%.
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Trumark Homes acquires JK Monarch
On March 20,2026, Trumark Homes announced the acquisition of homebuilder JK Monarch. This strategic acquisition expands Trumark’s footprint into the
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AIA/Deltek ABI reports slight uptick in billings
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) released the AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index® (ABI) for February. The report indicated a slight
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Missing Middle Construction at highest volume in 2025
Last year saw the highest construction volume for multifamily missing middle housing starts. Over the course of 2025, there were
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Nick Slevin Returns to NBC’s The Water Zone to Spotlight Water Innovation Through the ABC Green Home Project
Since its launch in 2011, the ABC Green Home Project, created by Builder Media, has spent fifteen years demonstrating how
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Builder Sentiment Inches Higher Amongst Affordability Concerns
Builder sentiment inched up in March despite builders continuing to express affordability concerns stemming from elevated construction costs, shortages of
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Danielian Associates shares completed NorCal projects
Danielian Associates, award-winning architecture and planning studio announces their recently completed project in collaboration with K. Hovnanian® Homes. This design was
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Senate-Passed Housing Bill Returns to House
The U.S. Senate passed its version of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, H.R. 6644, by a vote of
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Fed continues holding pattern
During the March meeting of the Federal Open Market Committee, the Fed decided to hold short-term federal funds rate at
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Congressman Pappas urges House to vote on housing bills
On March 18, 2026, Congressman Chris Pappas (NH-01) called on the U.S. House of Representatives to bring the 21st Century
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New builder relationship between St. Joe Company and PulteGroup
On March 5, 2025, the St. Joe Company announced a new builder relationship and execution of a contract for homesites
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Congress advances legislation to lower housing prices
On March 11, 2026, the U.S. Congress advanced legislation to encourage more affordable housing. The bill, which has drawn broad
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Vintage design trends making a comeback in 2026
While design trends come and go, vintage decor, affectionately known as “grandma decor,” is making a comeback in 2026. Skirted
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Most homebuying Americans are not discouraged by Iran conflict
In a recent survey from Redfin, 56% of respondents indicated the Iran war has no impact on their plans to
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Alpine architecture blended with modernism
Loudermilk Homes is one of the leading custom luxury design and build firms across Georgia and North Carolina, a testament
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JBREC reports investors remain set on U.S. housing
Rick Palacios, Jr., John Burns Research and Consulting (JBREC) Director of Research and Managing Principal attended SFVegas 2026 and gave
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Builders identify forces shaping housing demand, industry health
A recent NAHB/Wells Fargo HMI survey showed that home builders expect a mix of demographic, economic and technological forces to
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Kitchen layout designs balance efficiency and style
Kitchen designs are evolving to balance more than just style; efficiency is becoming the top priority. There is no need
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Luxury Housing Market spikes in West Palm Beach
Luxury pending home sales rose 30% year over year in West Palm Beach, Fla. in January; the biggest increase among
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