January/February 2023

The Supply Chain And Housing Affordability Were Two Issues Among Many That Nahb Sought To Address During The Past Year | Image: Daphnusia / Stock adobe

NAHB Chairman Jerry Konter: Reflecting on 2022, Looking Ahead to 2023

NAHB Chairman's Message: Jerry Konter reflects on the past year's challenges and achievements and what lies ahead for the housing industry in the coming year

Jan. 9, 2023

It's Remarkable How Many Home Builders And Trades Don't Actively Notice Jobsite Waste And Simply Walk On By | Image: Nuthawut / Stock adobe

Business Management

Walk on By? If You're Ignoring Waste, It's at Your Own Expense

Sure, there are new methods and tech advances that might save you some coin, but don’t overlook the big dollars right in front of you right now

Jan. 8, 2023

Unlock the secrets of what someone’s nonverbal cues, such as facial expressions, eye contact, eyebrow movement, as well as movements with their hands, feet, head, and even posture, are telling you during a sales negotiation.

Purchasing

Sales 101: When Negotiating, Pay Attention to Body Language

Your ability to recognize nonverbal cues at the negotiating table can mean the difference between a bad deal and a successful outcome in a sales negotiation

Jan. 8, 2023

If You're Going To Stay The Course In Home Building, Regardless Of Market Fluctuations, You Need To Decide Whether You're Going To Be Just Average Or Push Yourself To Become Outstanding | Image: Jayzynism / Arcady/ Stock adobe

Sales + Marketing

Where to Go When the Housing Market Gets S.L.O.W.

There are two paths you can take in a changing new-home sales market, but only one of them will help you succeed during a slowdown

Jan. 8, 2023

Builders have come up with solutions to complete homes when the critical path becomes the path less followed. | Photo: courtesy IBACOS

Quality Matters

5 Ways Home Builders Can Maintain Quality Despite Supply Chain Issues

It’s OK to swap out building products, but not at the expense of your construction quality standards

Jan. 8, 2023

The family entry in the Marissa designed by TK Design and Associates offers a range of practical features to minimize clutter and maximize convenience. | Image: courtesy TK Design and Associates

House Review

Fresh Takes on the Family Entry to Meet the Needs of Today's Homeowners

A “family entry” from the garage or driveway provides a practical solution for today's families, acting as both a transition space and drop zone

Jan. 8, 2023

Artist's rendering of the Last Mile Lab worker training area. The Pittsburgh-based construction testing facility includes vocational training to bring more diversity to the construction workforce. | Rendering: courtesy Last Mile Lab

Q+A

Introducing Modular Construction to a New Labor Force

Lack of research and proper worker training is slowing the advancement of modular construction methods as an alternative way to build homes. Brian Gaudio's Last Mile Lab, in Pittsburgh...

Jan. 8, 2023