Economy: Page 47
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Housing starts rebound in June
The monthly report beat analyst expectations, with strong growth in single- and multifamily starts and in permit authorizations.
By Mary Tyler March • July 19, 2017 -
Baton Rouge, LA leads US cities in construction, extraction jobs
However, markets like Detroit may be a better bet for workers whose sole focus is construction, according to apartment listing and research company Abodo.
By Kim Slowey • July 19, 2017 -
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Trump broadens NAFTA objectives ahead of talks
Meanwhile, trade issues including the U.S.–Canada softwood lumber deal remain up in the air, though some observers say those talks could heat up this summer.
By Kim Slowey • July 19, 2017 -
Downtown Detroit gearing up for $5.4B in development
Global real estate firm CBRE said at least 70 projects are underway or planned for the next three years as the Midwest city continues to rebound.
By Kim Slowey • July 19, 2017 -
Builder optimism continues to slide in July
Concerns over rising material prices drove the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index to its lowest reading since November.
By Mary Tyler March • July 18, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Inside the mind of a first-time homebuyer
What do new buyers want when they hit the market? We talked with first-timers and housing experts to help builders understand how to reach this group.
By Joe Dyton • July 14, 2017 -
Construction material prices bounce back in June
An increase in crude petroleum prices drove the sixth month of growth in the last seven months.
By Kim Slowey • July 14, 2017 -
WA Gov. Jay Inslee signs 'buildable lands' law
The bi-partisan legislation aims to bring clarity to the process of assessing land for construction as the state faces high home prices and an inventory shortage.
By Joe Dyton • July 14, 2017 -
CT leads US states in highest home energy bills
Meanwhile, states in the South reported the highest energy consumption per user, according to a WalletHub analysis of monthly energy use across the country.
By Mary Tyler March • July 14, 2017 -
Deep Dive
9 ways to get the most out of lots
From staggering homes to meeting with city planners early on, these tips help optimize lots while improving views and reducing waste.
By Debbie Reslock • July 13, 2017 -
Houston housing market sees record month in June
The city had 8,414 single-family home sales in June, up 8.3% from the year before, while inventory reached its highest level in nearly five years.
By Mary Tyler March • July 13, 2017 -
Lack of affordable housing hampering Bay Area growth
Something will need to give if the San Francisco area economy is to remain robust — whether that’s renewed growth in hiring or more housing options.
By Joe Dyton • July 13, 2017 -
Where home prices are reaching new highs — and where they aren't
When adjusted for inflation, today's home prices are still below their pre-recession peaks, says Harvard University's Joint Center for Housing Studies.
By Joe Dyton • July 12, 2017 -
Pacific Northwest adds most new housing stock since May 2008
An expected summer slowdown in competition for homes helped 23 counties in the region add a total of 13,658 new listings for the month.
By Mary Tyler March • July 12, 2017 -
Dodge Momentum Index keeps climbing with 1% bump in June
The institutional sector once again drove the uptick with a gain of 4.8%, which made up for a 1.3% loss in commercial.
By Kim Slowey • July 12, 2017 -
Los Angeles preps to host either 2024 or 2028 Olympic Games
Central to the city's bid is its ability to transport visitors, leading it to accelerate infrastructure projects already underway.
By Kim Slowey • July 12, 2017 -
Deep Dive
3 ways new technology will impact homebuilding
Reducing reliance on skilled labor and amplifying home sales pitches are just a few of the ways industry leaders say digitization could change the way we build.
By Hallie Busta • July 11, 2017 -
Clayton acquires Birmingham, AL homebuilder
Harris Doyle Homes is the fifth builder to join the Berkshire Hathaway–owned company's site-build business.
By Mary Tyler March • July 11, 2017 -
IA city offers owners $15K to buy or build a new home
The grant addresses the need for new entry-level housing by requiring the homes to be worth between $110,000 and $199,500 and to have had no prior residents.
By Joe Dyton • July 11, 2017 -
Could a framing lumber shortage be underway?
Builders’ reported difficulty accessing framing lumber comes amid an ongoing dispute between the U.S. and Canada over their softwood lumber trade.
By Joe Dyton • July 11, 2017 -
How affordable housing can boost property values
High-quality new housing in low-income, high-minority areas can raise property values, lower crime rates and lead to greater racial and income integration.
By Mary Tyler March • July 10, 2017 -
CA state Senate approves real-estate transaction fees
The affordable housing bill applies to transactions like mortgage refinancing, raising questions as to whether the state should reduce regulations first.
By Hallie Busta • July 10, 2017 -
Report: US construction industry trending positive through rest of 2017
Contractors are still confident enough in the market to leave plenty of room for profit and overhead in their bids, according to Rider Levett Bucknall.
By Kim Slowey • July 10, 2017 -
For some renters, it pays to stay put
Renters who renewed their leases for the last five or more years instead of moving to a new apartment saved roughly $329 each month, according to Zillow.
By Joe Dyton • July 10, 2017 -
Millennial Latino homebuyers are key to housing's future
Strong workforce participation and the desire to own are expected to help drive household formations among this group, but access to credit is critical.
By Joe Dyton • July 10, 2017
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