Coronavirus Resources and Information

Market Data + Trends

NAHB Poll: Coronavirus’ Impact on Builders Is 'More Widespread and Severe'

The NAHB’s second weekly coronavirus poll is in, and the results are just another example of how fast conditions are changing in this...

Economics

How Is the Coronavirus Affecting the Housing Shortage?

Before the coronavirus forced many Americans' daily routines to come to a screeching halt, the country was already experiencing a housing...

Unfinished home building site with framed home awaiting completion

Market Data + Trends

Residential Construction Adds 2,000 Jobs in March

Unemployment claims are at an all-time high, but here is some news that might surprise you: Residential construction actually added jobs in...

Coronavirus Resources and Information

What Building Science Says About Reducing COVID-19 Transmission

In theory, adjusting indoor environments—particularly temperature and relative humidity—could help slow the spread of pathogens like COVID...

Coronavirus Resources and Information

6 Paycheck Protection Program Questions, Answered

The Paycheck Protection Program joins the Economic Injury Disaster Loan as an option for disaster relief due to coronavirus. Follow these 6 tips for applying

Man filling out Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan application

Business Management

Paycheck Protection Program: Builders Uncertain But Hopeful Pursuing Coronavirus Relief Loans

While the federal PPP offers a ray of hope for builders, many building companies—despite their best efforts—are being left with little choice but to lay off employees

Builder hoping for brighter future with business relief provided by the Paycheck Protection Program

Trends

5 Emerging Design Trends From Life at Home

At a time when people stuck inside are posting videos of their dogs jumping toilet paper rolls, home builders may be wondering how they can...

A dog bath is a must-have feature for many homeowners now

Financing

Financial Consultant's Advice: Track Your Coronavirus-Related Expenses

From shelter-in-place orders to flip-flopping local essential business definitions, each day provides new mentally taxing challenges. But...

Sales

How Is COVID-19 Affecting the Housing Market Weeks Into Social Distancing?

Two extremes are coming into play during the COVID-19 pandemic: Pending sales are down 42 percent compared to last year over the last seven...

Economics

Housing Shortage Deepens As Coronavirus Pushes Inventory Down

Only time will tell how deeply the pandemic will affect housing inventory, but in most areas, it won’t help, which does not come as a...

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