Successful infill development often requires more than just an intricate knowledge of the surrounding area. Existing neighbors need to feel as though they, too, have a stake in the new project.

When people in the 24-36 age group decide to buy a new home, the Internet is playing a bigger role, new research by Professional Builder shows.

Despite conventional wisdom, Generation Xers are more like the rest of us than anyone suspected. As of last year, more Xers than baby boomers planned to buy homes, says American Demographics magazine.

Not long ago, I heard a speech by the president of a large building company at a building industry forum. I listened as he extolled the virtues of the company.

As we walked toward the back of the vast storage yard, I must have been in something of a zone.

A group of building company presidents explains how they retain their top performers.

Although 81% of buyers say they intend to recommend their builder to friends and family, only 67% actually make those recommendations.

After you have the right people in place, understand your market’s desires and deliver the highest-quality product, you’re left with only one missing element — killer ideas.

The American Planning Association’s Growing Smart Legislative Guidebook could prompt states to review and change planning and land-use laws.