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Is It Time to Buy New?

Published April 27, 2012
By
Ron Gallagher Contributing Editor

Is now a good time to buy a newly constructed home?

Most economic signs point to yes, according to three economists at the National Association of Home Builders' semi-annual construction forecast webinar on April 25.

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    Economic Reports

    Public projects boost construction spending to $1.26T high

    Civil outlays in February fueled a record month for expenditures, but interest rates and tariff concerns continue to slow private growth.

    By Sebastian Obando • April 2, 2025
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    kali9 via Getty Images
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    Hiring slows amid economic uncertainty

    Job openings data indicate contractors are reluctant to dismiss workers, even as unfilled positions fell year over year.

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