Coronavirus Resources and Information Architectural Billings, Contracts Reach First Positive Mark Since Early 2020 The Architecture Billings Index achieved positive marks for the first time since February 2020, a sign architects are beginning to see...
Economics Broader Economy Suffered in 2020 While Home Improvements Thrived The U.S. economy dipped 3.5% in 2020 as home improvement project spending increased by 3%, according to Harvard University’s Joint Center...
Market Data + Trends Top Reasons Why Buyers Are Braving the Tough Market Buyers are facing a market with tough competition, low inventory, and rising home prices, but they say it’s all worth it to achieve the...
Building Materials Lumber Prices: How Builders Are Managing Three builders tell us how lumber prices are affecting business, how they are managing, and the lessons learned along the way. Plus, the...
Housing Markets These Three California Markets are Hottest in the Nation San Jose and San Francisco were once the Golden State’s hottest markets, but buyers are analyzing their desires and focusing on new emerging...
Design New Report Finds 82% of Homeowners Are More Interested in Outdoor Living Outdoor spaces are top priorities for homeowners since the pandemic has kept Americans indoors. Brown Jordan Outdoor Kitchens latest 2021...
Market Data + Trends As Spring Buying Season Approaches, Inventory Drops Buyers entering the housing market in the spring buying season will face difficulties as housing inventory dropped nearly 50% compared to...
Housing Markets 10 Top Small Cities in the U.S. Nearly half of Americans prefer towns or rural areas compared to denser urban areas, according to a 2020 Gallup survey. Even those who do...
Demographics Emerging Wellness Design Trends for Older Adults Older adults have been the group hit hardest by COVID-19, resulting in many reevaluating their lifestyles and homes. Forbes says relocation...
Financing February Listings Received an Average of Four Offers Buyer competition intensified in February with an average of four offers per home sold last month. The National Association of Realtors says...