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Homebuilding
America needs more houses, but homebuilders are hobbled by high interest rates
by
Henry Epp
Oct 18, 2023
The number of completed homes rose last month. But further up the housing pipeline, homebuilders are starting fewer projects right now.
The economic and logistical realities of straw-bale building
Aug 16, 2023
One couple shares their experience with an alternative construction project.
Why homebuilders remain confident in spite of high interest rates
by
Ali Budner
Jul 19, 2023
High interest rates are hitting the construction industry, but homebuilder confidence keeps growing, given the steady demand for new construction.
Homebuilders are feeling a bit more confident
by
Justin Ho
Jul 18, 2023
Builders find there's high demand for new developments, but they're also finding it harder to convince banks to loan them money.
Homebuilder confidence drops for 12th straight month
Dec 19, 2022
High mortgage rates are causing homebuilders to pull back. A measure of sentiment has dropped to its lowest level since 2012.
Some homebuilders are dropping prices as mortgage rates rise, economist says
by
Amy Scott
, Richard Cunningham
and Sean McHenry
Jul 14, 2022
People "desperately want to purchase," but are stepping out of the difficult market, says Ali Wolf, chief economist at Zonda.
For public good, not for profit.
As new home sales continue to rise, where are the appliances?
Oct 27, 2021
Some home builders are starting to figure out ways to adapt to shortages by stocking up and using alternative brands.
Homebuilders are constructing fewer homes ... on purpose
by
Amy Scott
Jul 29, 2021
Some companies have decided it's better to hold back right now.
Homebuilders are upbeat, despite supply chain troubles
Jul 19, 2021
The National Association of Home Builders' index is higher than it's been in decades, driven by strong demand and limited inventory.