Labor + Trade Relations Labor Shortages Continue to Burden Builders The labor shortage is still the top concern for builders in 2020. Despite a slight decline in the number of builders who expect challenges...
Construction Single-Family Built-for-Rent Construction Slow in 2019 Single-family built-for-rents, touted as a possible solution to the housing shortage, have all perks of a house with the flexibility of rent...
Construction Housing Supply Drops Again, But New Construction Numbers Offer Hope The housing shortage deepened in January as the supply dropped 11 percent. But a New Residential Construction Report brings hope: Single...
Construction January Housing Starts Show Promise Despite Slight Slowdown Housing starts cooled slightly in January compared to the commendable effort in the close of 2019. But that should not worry builders too...
Construction Will 2020 Revitalize Construction Hiring? Are you in the woes of filling a new position? You are not alone: The estimated number of job openings increased in December to 239,000 from...
Construction Residential Construction Sees Largest Gain in 12 Months The labor market started the year off strong. Overall, the total payroll employment increased by 225,000 across the board. Residential...
Project Management 7 Steps to Building Homes Faster and Reducing Cycle Time Seven ways (plus some extra tips) for home builders to cut cycle time in today’s labor-constrained market
Construction New Alabama Home Building Academy Offers Free Trades Training Nothing is said to be certain, except death and taxes. But if you’re a home builder, you probably feel as if you could add the housing and...
Project Management Cycle Time: the Gift That Keeps on Giving Tightly managed cycle time is critical for home builders to achieve sustainable, predictable profits. Neglect it, and you’re playing a dangerous game with your business
Jobsite Safety Safe Scaffolding: Follow These Best Practices for Correct Setup Protect workers and reduce liability by following these tips for scaffolding setup