NAHB: New single-family homes continue to get smaller

Builders are shifting their focus to include properties targeting price-conscious first-time buyers in their product mix.

By Sean Barry • Nov. 21, 2016

Redfin: Home prices climb in October as inventory tightens

There were 6.9% fewer new homes listed in October than there were a year ago as inventory fell for the 13th-consecutive month.

By Sean Barry • Nov. 21, 2016

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Report: DC residential market sees 'unprecedented' growth in 2016

JBG and Clark Construction have been the most active developer and general contractor, respectively, in the area over the last five years.

By Sean Barry • Nov. 21, 2016

AGC: Only 23 states add construction jobs in October amid weak public sector demand

On the other hand, the private sector is struggling to find enough workers to keep up.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 21, 2016

Report: Minorities face 'vast' inequity in NYC housing market

A new report from the City of New York Institute for State and Local Governance shows the limits of affordable housing policies in improving homeownership.

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 18, 2016

NAHB: Builder confidence for multifamily strong in Q3

A shift back toward homeownership could impact the sector's long-term outlook.

By Sean Barry • Nov. 18, 2016

5 charts that explain the post-election construction economy

Three economists share their thoughts on the industry as it awaits more details on the new presidential administration's policies and their impact on construction.

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 18, 2016

Housing starts surge to 9-year high in October as multifamily swings back

The annual rate of 1.323 million far surpassed analyst expectations.

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 17, 2016

Inflation pressures drive year-over-year spike in construction material prices

Although prices were steady month to month, October marked the greatest year-over-year increase since November 2014.

By Emily Peiffer • Nov. 16, 2016

Builder confidence holds steady in November amid election uncertainty

This month's reading, which largely reflects sentiment before the Nov. 8 election, ties for the second-highest HMI score so far this year.

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 16, 2016

Architecture billings rebound as the industry aims to move past election uncertainty

The increase in October follows two consecutive months of declines in demand for design services.

By Emily Peiffer • Nov. 16, 2016

ConstructConnect: Nonresidential construction starts jump 15% in October

The strong showing was significantly higher than the typical 4% seasonal dip between September and October.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 16, 2016

How rising rents are holding back homeownership

A new study in the Journal of Regional Science shows the long-term effects of disproportionate rent and income growth.

By Sean Barry • Nov. 15, 2016

Redfin chief economist: US should seek 'disruptive' housing policy

Creating livable cities and supporting economic mobility requires investment in infrastructure beyond housing, Nela Richardson explained.

By Sean Barry • Nov. 15, 2016

CoreLogic and RentTrack join forces to help renters build credit

As high rents and student debt make it difficult to save for a down payment, companies serving the industry are devising ways to boost homeownership.

By Sean Barry • Nov. 14, 2016

Will Trump's immigration plans exacerbate the construction labor shortage?

Experts estimate that up to 20% of construction workers are undocumented, and removing them from the country could force employers to significantly raise wages.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 14, 2016

Housing was less affordable in Q3 amid continued price growth

A small drop in mortgage interest rates during the period couldn’t stand up to greater home price appreciation.

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 11, 2016

3 key housing issues at play for the Trump presidency

The next president wants to reduce regulations, is wary of trade agreements and has said he personally identifies with the homebuilding industry. But his inconsistency on the campaign trail has some in doubt.

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 10, 2016

Housing uncertainty drives Fannie Mae Home Purchase Sentiment Index down in October

Consumers were more optimistic about selling a home than they were about buying one, a sign of high prices and tight inventory.

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 9, 2016

State ballot results: Voters mixed on right-to-work, favor infrastructure spending

How will the outcomes of these state ballot initiatives impact your business?  

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 9, 2016

Report: Top 10 residential real estate markets for investors

As housing prices climb, analysts try to spot pockets of affordability for buyers and investors.

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 9, 2016

NYC's 421-a developments now required to offer units to the homeless

Officials said the program targets individuals currently living in homeless shelters who can't afford the city's high housing costs.

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 8, 2016

The US housing market is slowly — but surely — returning to normal

The market is running just below its historical normal level while momentum builds for continued growth, according to the National Association of Home Builders.

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 8, 2016

Banks making commercial real estate loans more difficult to secure

The Federal Reserve survey coincides with recent warnings from construction industry experts about tightening standards hindering growth.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 8, 2016

ConstructConnect lowers 2016 starts forecast — but raises 2017 projections

While residential underperformed in the third quarter, it is expected to be the driver of growth in the industry.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 8, 2016