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Best Practices

Public Comment Period Open for the 2024 National Green Building Standard Update

The 45-day public comment period closes Nov. 18

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Quality Matters

Insulation Best Practices for Sealing the Ceiling

Reliably air-sealing vented attics is a challenge. Pay attention to these details to help ensure greater thermal comfort

Build to Rent

Maximizing Profits in the Build-to-Rent Space

Experts share how they are cutting costs in order to grow their B2R inventory

Different business benchmarks for home builders

Business Management

It's Time to Benchmark—and Here's Why

Comparing your business with other builders may seem risky, but it's the key to continuous improvement and sustained success in home building

Quality Matters

Home Ventilation Options Ranked Good(ish), Better, and Best

As the building envelope for today’s homes gets tighter, upgrading to better and best ventilation practices becomes more important

Off-Site Construction

Can Off-Site Construction Techniques Help Reduce Carbon?

As climate change becomes a more pressing issue, builders are looking for ways to cut their carbon footprint. Off-site construction could be one option

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Leadership

3 Management Strategies for a Successful Home Building Company

These techniques can help you navigate current housing market conditions while increasing profitability

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NAHB

National Association of Home Builders Releases 2024 I-Codes Adoption Kit

The kit outlines recent building code changes, ranging from new soil classifications to framing assembly options

Construction

Showing Appreciation Can Boost Retention and Productivity in Construction Crews

From offering competitive pay to creating an inclusive workplace, there are various ways leaders can show employees they’re valued

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Best Practices

Technology Advancements Create Growing Need for Cybersecurity in Construction

From phishing to hacking, cyber threats are multiplying. Here are some ways construction pros can boost cybersecurity

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Construction

7 Steps to Successfully Manage a Construction Business in 2024

Leadership can take advantage of new technologies to work faster, retain talent, and understand their finances

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Best Practices

How Home Builders Can Compete With the Resale Market

Using paid social media posts can help target specific demographics, customer interests, and locations

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Customer Satisfaction

5 Steps to Restore Customer Confidence

When things go wrong on a project, your ultimate objective should be to not only resolve the issue but to restore customer trust and confidence. Here's how

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Awards

Shinn Group's 2024 Achievement Awards Winners

The awards recognize home builders for their excellence, discipline, and continuous improvement

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Public Comment Period Open for the 2024 National Green Building Standard Update

Insulation Best Practices for Sealing the Ceiling

Maximizing Profits in the Build-to-Rent Space

It's Time to Benchmark—and Here's Why

Home Builders Institute's Schools to Skills Grant Application Open Through December

As Mortgage Rates Rise, Buyers Lose Purchasing Power

Renters Are Choosing Single-Family Homes for These Features