2026

As homebuilders grapple with questions of scale, access to capital and long-term competitiveness, many of their largest suppliers appear to be navigating similar strategic pressures. Carlisle Companies‘ unsolicited pursuit of Owens Corning, reported Monday by the Wall Street Journal, suggests that the forces reshaping homebuilding boardrooms are also beginning to reshape the building-products...

President Donald Trump on Monday characterized the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act as “a yawn,” following an abrupt cancellation of a signing ceremony for the legislation last week. The comments came as Trump reinforced prioritization of the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act as his top domestic priority. “It’s so unimportant compared to the SAVE America Act,” Trump told...

As we approach Jobs Thursday, certain Federal Reserve members have still not changed their tune about rate hikes, even with oil prices back down to $70 today. Why haven’t mortgage rates dropped along with oil prices? Because Fed policy has shifted, and some Fed members want more rate hikes. Today, I will use Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack as an example, looking at her remarks on CNBC. ...

When the homeowner purchased this century-old bungalow in a charming enclave outside Seattle, she knew a down-to-the-studs restoration was in its future. To breathe new life into the home, she hired contractor Victor Ruzhin of Rucon Build and a talented interior designer to undertake a whole-house...

This fairy-tale phase of a home remodel is the tail end of any major project. The Honeymoon has come and gone....

A steady cash flow is one of the most important parts of running a business, but it can be tricky to manage. Here, three home design and construction professionals on Houzz share the tips and tricks they use regularly to maintain a healthy flow of cash in their...

Image Deloitte's latest commercial real estate outlook points to stronger capital markets, continued demand for high-quality assets, and growing use of strategic...

Image CEO Brent Smith says location, amenities, and workplace experience are driving leasing demand as companies invest in long-term office...

Image CEO Michael Anderson says the REIT intends to move toward a 100% senior housing-focused...

Broward County home sales rose year over year for the third consecutive month in May 2026, signaling continued resilience in South Florida's housing market even as price gains moderate and inventory dynamics diverge across property types, according to data released by the Miami Association of Realtors. Total closed transactions increased 0.9% from a year earlier, rising from 2,124 to 2,145 sales. The...