Housing Existing Home Sales Reached 14-year High in 2020 As demand continues to be driven by low mortgage rates and a suburban shift for…Karen ZitoJanuary 22, 2021
Industry News NAHB to Recognize Best in Industry Through 3 Awards Programs Although the awards will not be presented in person this year, NAHB will be recognizing…Karen ZitoJanuary 22, 2021
Industry News Watch the 2021 Winter Leadership Meetings Jan. 25-29 NAHB members and executive officers can watch the Meeting of the Members, and the Leadership…Karen ZitoJanuary 22, 2021
Housing How Affordable is the New Home Premium? Earlier we published a post highlighting lower operating costs per dollar value for new homes.…Karen ZitoJanuary 22, 2021
Industry News Regulatory Freeze for All Pending Regulations; Independent Contractor Rule Faces Delay The Biden administration has implemented a regulatory freeze for all pending regulations. Of note to…Karen ZitoJanuary 21, 2021
Industry News Attend the Workforce Development Champions Forum Webinar Feb. 1 Join industry leaders on Feb. 1 to share information and best practices for leading or…Karen ZitoJanuary 21, 2021
Housing Housing Starts Ends 2020 Strong Total housing starts posted a 5.8 percent increase in December (1.67 million units) compared to…Karen ZitoJanuary 21, 2021
Housing Confidence in Remodeling is Strong Despite COVID-19 The National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) Remodeling Market Index (RMI) posted a reading of…Karen ZitoJanuary 21, 2021
Housing Builder Confidence Down on Rising Material Prices, Upsurge in COVID-19 Cases Rising material costs led by a huge upsurge in lumber prices, along with a resurgence…Karen ZitoJanuary 20, 2021
Industry News Beware of Email Scams for Purchasing ‘IBSx Attendee List’ Please be aware that any email you may receive inquiring about your interest in purchasing…Karen ZitoJanuary 18, 2021