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Slow Economic Growth Reported for the Third Quarter of 2021

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Slow Economic Growth Reported for the Third Quarter of 2021. Fri, 10/29/2021 - 09:25. Nationwide supply-chain disruptions, high cost of living, and unemployment rates are causing a deceleration of economic growth in the third quarter of 2021, according to the NAHB’s Eye on Housing. in the third quarter of 2021, after a 6.7%

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How the Skilled Labor Shortage Is Slowing New Home Development

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Tue, 11/09/2021 - 09:33. A national shortage of skilled construction labor is prolonging a housing crisis defined by low inventory and affordability. As the construction industry struggles to recruit, train, and retain workers, delayed projects and lingering inventory shortages will continue to limit affordability for homebuyers. .

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In the Face of Record-High Lumber Prices, Builders Remain Confident

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Thu, 02/18/2021 - 10:35. But record-high lumber prices continue to affect housing affordability and residential construction, with some builders even having to pause on projects during a time with record low inventory, NAHB Chairman Chuck Fowke told CNBC. . In the Face of Record-High Lumber Prices, Builders Remain Confident.

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Homebuilder CFOs Report Strong Q2 Gains Despite Inflationary Pressures

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As inflationary pressures pose extended challenges for would-be buyers, the inventory of unsold homes has risen to 1.3 The company’s revenue from home sales rose 33% during the second quarter to reach $8 billion, compared with the $6 billion tallied in the second quarter of 2021. 21 second quarter earnings call.

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Remote Work and Cryptocurrency Are Driving up Demand for Luxury Houses

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As residential sales nationwide reach historic gains, luxury homes in Manhattan are closing at prices above $10 million, while some exurban properties are also exceeding seven figures, according to Realtor.com. As wealth creation drives a buying frenzy across the U.S., million to $2.5

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The State of Housing Market Trends for September

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Fri, 10/08/2021 - 10:11. Realtor.com breaks down last month’s performance of residential real estate by analyzing inventory, active listings, new listings, days on the market, median listing price, and the share of homes that had their prices reduced. The national inventory of active listings declined by 22.2%

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14 Expert Predictions for the Winter Housing Market

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Thu, 02/04/2021 - 12:38. Although multifamily construction has lagged in comparison to residential construction, one expert says multifamily real estate investments have not been affected and neither have prices. A quiet workspace, lots of light and outdoor amenities have all become important assets to residential properties.

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