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First American Senior Economist Sam Williamson comments on the Housing Starts Report for August:  August Housing Starts – Rebound brings

In 2024, second-home sales are showing unexpected growth despite elevated prices and interest rates, particularly in diverse markets like coastal

In August, single-family home starts saw a notable increase of 15.8%, driven by strong demand and moderating mortgage rates, as

Researchers at the University of Maryland have achieved a major breakthrough in sustainable construction with the development of genetically engineered

What makes master-planned communities (MPCs) successful? John Burns Research and Consulting’s (JBREC) New Home Trends Institute (NHTI) recently finished its

The Pittsburgh Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) has advanced a significant project aimed at converting the First and Market Building into

Governor Josh Shapiro signed Executive Order 2024-03, marking the launch of Pennsylvania’s first comprehensive Housing Action Plan. This landmark initiative

Landsea Homes is a national homebuilder renowned for its commitment to sustainability and creating living spaces that harmonize with their

As of mid-September 2024, mortgage rates have shown some stability, with slight reductions noted for specific loan types. The average

In July 2024, single-family homebuilding activity demonstrated robust growth nationwide, with 599,308 permits issued year-to-date (YTD), reflecting a 13.7% increase

We sat down with Taylor Morrison Executive Cammie Longenecker for her thoughts on TM’s new Esplanade development. BD Mag: Tell

Taylor Morrison has established itself over the years as one of the country’s most reputable builders, with operations in 19

Rancho Mission Viejo Announces Neighborhood Homebuilders for Next Phase of the Village of Rienda   175 two-story detached homes in

In the latest Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Weekly Applications Survey, mortgage applications saw a modest increase of 1.4 percent on

The seniors housing sector is increasingly capturing investor interest as it gains recognition as a standalone asset class in the

Recent NAHB research highlights that home buyers are increasingly prioritizing amenity-rich kitchens and bathrooms, with specific features deemed essential for

U.S. home prices are forecasted to rise by 4.5% this year and 4.4% in 2025, driven by anticipated Federal Reserve

Inflation showed signs of cooling in August, reaching a three-year low despite persistent high housing costs, setting the stage for

Where did the summer go? Welcome Fall quarter. As the Editor in Chief of Builder and Developer magazine, it is

According to NAHB, limited resale inventory and strong growth in demand continued to put upward pressure on house prices through

August’s construction job market shows signs of improvement. According to the Department of Energy, today’s jobs report and the newly

August Jobs Report – Labor market gives Fed Greenlight for September rate cut   “Overall, today’s report signals that the

Sacramento County has just approved $26M in funding for affordable housing to help solve the homeless. According to SACCOUNTY NEWS,

The U.S. Census Bureau has released a report on July 2024 construction spending. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, construction

In the realm of development, the concept of master-planned communities has long been a cornerstone for shaping vibrant, sustainable, and

A summit is to be held from September 19-20 by the Boston Society for Architecture. According to PR Newswire, the