For developers selling newly-built homes, custom, built-to-order properties are the name of the game. In addition to a fabulous floorplan and well-appointed living space, current home buyers want designer touches and fixtures that inevitably drive up the materials costs. Now, … Continue reading
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HBW subscribers in South Florida aren’t surprised to discover that the Miami housing market is rated tops nationwide. In the most recent update of the Case-Schiller Home Price Index, the Miami and Denver housing markets were singled out as top … Continue reading
The multifamily housing boom in Birmingham has brought billions into the Alabama state economy, and the trend is set to continue through 2015. Bryan Davis of the Birmingham Business Journal reports that “the area has had significant impact from the … Continue reading
Construction management software has advanced rapidly in the last few years, bringing the industry to new levels of efficiency and productivity in the process. Streamlining workflows, cutting down on paperwork, and eliminating repetitive manual entry are only the most basic … Continue reading
Any contractor knows that equipment is a sizable investment, an investment which in the construction industry can run into the millions of dollars. Rental revenue for construction equipment exceeds $40 billion each year. For contractors who buy, the more specialized … Continue reading
Realtors know that bathrooms and kitchens sell houses. But rather than doing a remodel for their family’s enjoyment, too many homeowners wait until they’re ready to sell and then do a quick superficial facelift. According to renovation expert Ken Perrin, … Continue reading
The cost of construction is rising fast and will keep rising for the foreseeable future according to Commercial Property Executive contributing editor Dees Stribling. The Consumer Price Index for January dropped 0.7%, largely due to the 18.7% price drop for … Continue reading
GC’s and subcontractors who are keeping up with the latest design trends know that more and more homeowners want their new homes equipped with outdoor kitchens. Unfortunately, one challenge many builders face with outdoor kitchens is that they are working … Continue reading
In-ground swimming pools add value to your home and enjoyment to your life. But the amount of value and enjoyment homeowners can get increases dramatically when their swimming pool design is innovative and visually interesting. Once upon a time, the people … Continue reading
In her depth exploration of the current housing market, Nancy Cook of The Atlantic recently asked whether home ownership is still the best way for Americans to build wealth. Her answer: yes, but less so than in previous decades. “Even … Continue reading