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Insight Into Trumark’s Growth Strategy and Daiwa Partnership

Pro Builder

Trumark's co-founders discuss Daiwa House Group's equity interest in their business and the ways in which the two companies align . Such was the case earlier this year when Daiwa House Group , of Osaka, Japan, acquired a 60% equity interest in builder/developer Trumark Companies, Pro Builder 's 2018 Builder of the Year. Co-founders.

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Increasing Home Prices Threaten Residents of These 10 Metros Most

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The site found the largest wage and home price gaps in smaller areas where wealthier people and investors have sought out second homes. Those relocating while continuing to work from home are often bringing a higher wage and some home equity with them. This has helped pushed home prices up far faster than the growth of local incomes.”.

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Behind the Build: Stacee Barkley, Global Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Leader at DPR Construction

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In 2019, DPR focused more intentionally on DEI, by aligning DEI within the value proposition of the company and positioning DEI in their global social responsibility group (GSR). There are more pledges, about cultivating job sites that are more inclusive and that foster a sense of belonging and psychological safety. Focus on the few.

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Are You Ready for Build to Rent?

Pro Builder

The company uses third-party property managers but also has an on-site maintenance manager and property manager in every community. In addition, Taylor Morrison entered into a strategic partnership in August 2019 with Christopher Todd Communities to build SFB2R communities in several markets, and has identified Charlotte, N.C.;

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Paul Robinson on the Role of ConstructReach in Workforce Development 

Pro Builder

Among its outreach efforts is “I Built This,” a collaboration with Target that includes events providing hands-on experience and tours of construction sites at the retailer’s remodels and new builds. . Once again, we had great success when we kicked off our national initiative into 2019, so we want to get reengaged.

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Are There Lessons From the Great Recession for the COVID-19 Pandemic?

Pro Builder

expanded into markets in Iowa, Alabama, and South Carolina, and became a shareholder of American Southern Homes after it acquired Grayhawk Homes in November 2019. . “If In the last quarter of 2019, he looked at his spec home inventory and decided he needed to move some units. 2] Lead the Market / Save the Contract.

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Building With a Purpose: Exploring Construction Careers That Make a Difference

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On the construction site, they must have excellent communication skills to ensure their and everyone else’s safety. Lungile Mkhize, a South African native, became an electrician in 2019 after starting her apprenticeship in 2016. Her goal is to foster equity in construction and encourage women to pursue their dreams in the field.