Sales + Marketing Fewer Builders Using Incentives to Bolster Sales Now More than half of single-family builders are using incentives to bolster sales and limit cancellations, according to an NAHB/Wells Fargo...
Planning + Development How Meritage Homes Halted Land Deals, Calmed Buyer Fears to Survive Downturn When a crisis strikes, it can be hard to think straight, but some of the business decisions made at the start can be the difference between...
Building Materials American Wood Council Updates Report on Fire Resistance of Wood Members and Assemblies The American Wood Council (AWC) released an updated “Technical Report 10 (TR10), Calculating the Fire Resistance of Wood Members and...
Indoor Air Quality Why Bringing Fresh Air Into a House Is a Big Deal Good indoor air quality is critical for occupant health, which is why using a ventilation system is key. These nine products help home builders ensure indoor air in the homes they build is clean and fresh
Coronavirus Resources and Information How Coronavirus Revealed the Importance of Space for Renters Even when the pandemic fades away, the demand for functional spaces will remain strong for renters. Real estate experts from John Burns Real...
Economics How Are Retirement Communities Adapting to the Pandemic? Age-restricted communities marketed toward retirees are changing to keep residents safe during the pandemic. Popular amenities and community...
Demographics Top 10 States Most Impacted by Coronavirus Pandemic The housing market may be recovering, but some home builders are still picking up the pieces from declines in construction employment and...
Economics Why Are Some Housing Markets Recovering Quicker Than Others? Amid some of the darkest days in recent American history, the housing market is quietly recovering. Mortgage applications are increasing as...
New-Home Sales New Home Sales, Home Builder Stocks Soar in May New home sales and some home builder’s stocks increased in the month of May after surviving steep declines the month prior. Some home...
Trade Contractors Virginia Makes General Contractors Liable for Subcontractor Employee Wages A new Virginia law has made general contractors of large projects liable for the wages of subcontractors’ employees. The statute’s main...
