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2020's Hottest Markets Were Coastal and Affordable

Pro Builder

2020's Hottest Markets Were Coastal and Affordable. In its 2020 Hottest Cities for Homebuyers report, CoreLogic found affordable coastal metros to be the most popular, posting the highest in-migration levels for the year. The areas also offer lower property taxes and no state income taxes. Residential Migration Insights.

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The 7 Biggest Construction Safety Stories of 2020

Construction Junkie

2020 was a challenging year in many respects, but none greater than from a safety standpoint. The coronavirus pandemic placed the notion of “people over profits” under the microscope, while also balancing the needs of their employees to continue to make an income under difficult circumstances.

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The impacts of affordability, remote work, and personal safety on urban life

BD+C

Income level creates the most variation in agreement for this statement. People who identified as belonging to the highest income class in their city were 1.5x more likely to feel that their city provides a great experience than people who feel they belong in the lowest income group. Today, it is 35%. cities are nearly 1.5x

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5 ways to rethink the future of multifamily development and design

BD+C

5 ways to rethink the future of multifamily development and design 0 qpurcell Thu, 06/29/2023 - 08:40 Multifamily Housing The Gensler Research Institute’s investigation into the residential experience indicates a need for fresh perspectives on residential design and development, challenging norms, and raising the bar.

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Another Firm Invests Millions into Single-Family Rentals

Pro Builder

Mon, 08/31/2020 - 09:33. The company will lead a group of investors in a $300 million minority investment in landlord giant Tricon Residential Inc, which operates more than 30,000 single-family rentals, according to National Mortgage News. Another Firm Invests Millions into Single-Family Rentals. cbroderick. Blackstone Group Inc.,

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NAHB Urges Congress to Prioritize Housing in Next Relief Package

Pro Builder

Tue, 07/21/2020 - 09:31. With the next coronavirus relief package in the works, NAHB wants Congress to focus on assisting homeowners, renters, residential construction businesses, developers, and multifamily owners. NAHB Urges Congress to Prioritize Housing in Next Relief Package. cbroderick. Read more to see the entire letter.

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6 guideposts for cities to create equitable transit-oriented developments

BD+C

True equitable TODs should not only reduce and prevent displacement, but also create new economic opportunities for residents of all income levels and create transit-focused communities that are truly welcoming to lower income residents, communities of color, and others who have historically been pushed out by transit investments.

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