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Lessons Learned From a Decade of Home-Price Inflation

Pro Builder

Lessons Learned From a Decade of Home-Price Inflation. ldeakins. Fri, 05/20/2022 - 10:36. Years of endless supply constraints are leaving their mark on the U.S. economy, and the housing market is taking the biggest hit. The typical U.S. home costs double what it did in 2012, but according to Redfin, average wage growth has only risen 35% in the same time frame.

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Unconventional Ways To Market Your Construction Business

Contractor Bookkeeping

One of your greatest fears is wasting money on a less than good lead. They may or may not have any genuine desire for services. Sometimes a person is committed to collecting three bids when they already have someone picked out to do the work. They may be looking for a "temporary friend" to do them a favor, or by the time you have completed the form, they have changed their mind and no longer want service.

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Jacobs Faces $3B Damage Liability in Coal-Ash Worker Suits, Court Says

ENR Construction

Firm's status as former TVA contractor extends no immunity for claimed illnesses caused by site cleanup work, judge said; Jacobs also announces new cleanup support contract at Japan's damaged Fukushima nuclear power plant

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Sand Finish Concrete | 10 Types of Sand Finish Concrete | Top Concrete Sand Finish | Sand Washed Concrete

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What Is Sand Finish Concrete? Sand finish concrete is similar to traditional concrete, but it is giving more smooth and classy finish. Sand finish concrete is made using 1 part … Sand Finish Concrete | 10 Types of Sand Finish Concrete | Top Concrete Sand Finish | Sand Washed Concrete Read More ».

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Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software

The Verdantix Green Quadrant: EHS Software 2023 is an independent third-party analysis of 23 EHS software vendors (including Intelex) that provides an in-depth look at the technical capabilities, application breadth, innovation focus, and momentum of key environmental, health, and safety management software market players. The guide is essential reading for EHS software benchmarking, especially for understanding unique vendor strengths and capabilities.

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Jacobs Faces $3B Damage Liability in Coal-Ash Cleanup Worker Suits, Court Says

ENR Construction

Firm's status as former TVA contractor does not extend immunity for claimed illnesses caused by site work, judge's ruling said; firm also announces new cleanup support contract at Japan's damaged Fukushima nuclear power plant

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Jacobs Liable For Big Coal Ash Cleanup Worker Suits, Court Says

ENR Construction

Ruling says firm's status as former TVA contractor doesn't extend liability coverage from suits seeking millions for claimed illnesses caused by site work; meanwhile, Jacobs gains new contract to support cleanup and demolition of tsunami-damaged reactors at Japan's Fukushima nuke plant

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New and Old Sustainable Building Materials

Natural Building

The manufacture of concrete, steel, and glass uses vast amounts of raw materials and water and emits copious amounts of greenhouse gases per year. A staggering 8% of total global carbon dioxide emissions come from cement manufacture alone. Moreover, embodied carbon, which is carbon released over the entire life cycle of a building, including end-of-life material disposal, is responsible for 11% of total global carbon emissions.

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DOE Advances $3.5BB for Atmospheric CO2 Removal Projects

ENR Construction

Funds are set to spur creation of four US hubs to remove carbon dioxide directly from ambient air, but some advocates question their efficiency.

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Nearly Half of All U.S. Homes Were Equity-Rich in the First Quarter of 2022

Pro Builder

Nearly Half of All U.S. Homes Were Equity-Rich in the First Quarter of 2022. ldeakins. Fri, 05/20/2022 - 10:30. Equity-rich homeowners are cashing out and leaving pricey markets to buy new homes in low-cost states. A red-hot housing market is pushing home values to new highs, and a subsequent increase in equity wealth is motivating some homeowners to relocate, according to The New York Times.

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Optimize Operational Processes With an Industry-Specific ERP

As the use of Enterprise Resource Planning systems in the construction industry is critical to optimizing operations, it's critical that decision makers conduct a thorough software evaluation to find the one that best aligns to their needs.

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Steel Price Per Kg Today | Steel Price Per Kg Today in India

CivilJungle

Introduction of Steel Price Per Kg Today. Steel is the main element needed for constructing structures, islands, and other structures. The price of a sword alters regularly. Due to the aureole epidemic, the rate of Construction accouterments is increasing daily, and steel is the spine of any structure. And it’s additional special than that other accouterments.

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Which Local Housing Markets Will See Price Reductions in 2022?

Pro Builder

Which Local Housing Markets Will See Price Reductions in 2022? ldeakins. Fri, 05/20/2022 - 10:44. Some overheated housing markets are already seeing prices drop, but most will be bogged down by more gains throughout the majority of 2022. Over the past five months, mortgage rates have spiked from 3.11% to 5.25% in a major effort by the Federal Reserve to cool a booming housing market and slow down overall price growth.

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How to Get Paid on Texas Public Projects

Levelset

Following the lead of numerous states across the country, Texas is upping its commitment to major public infrastructure projects: A May 2022 release from the City of Austin laid out plans for $400 million in construction at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, while another announcement that month by the Texas Water Development Board laid out over $28 million in funding for infrastructure construction across the state.

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Off-Grid Minnesota “Wattage Cottage” Wins Most Innovative Green Home of the Year

Pro Builder

Off-Grid Minnesota “Wattage Cottage” Wins Most Innovative Green Home of the Year. ldeakins. Fri, 05/20/2022 - 10:47. The Cuyuna mountain home is a self-sustainable escape from the outside world. Sitting on six acres in the mountainous Cuyunas Lakes region, the 1,222-square-foot “Wattage Cottage” is Green Builder’s 2022 Most Innovative Green Home of the Year.

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The Ultimate Procurement Software Buyer’s Guide

Choosing the right procurement software is a crucial step in ensuring third-party risk management, process governance, and bidding efficiency. With so many procurement solutions to choose from, it can be overwhelming without a frame of reference and a solid starting point. This free buyer’s guide will cover: Benefits of Procurement Software –– Why do you need it?

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How to Democratize Data in Construction

Autodesk Construction Cloud

At all levels of construction, from leadership to the field, it’s essential to have data that provides helpful insights and assists you in making the right decisions. But it all starts with making data accessible. . When data is democratized in construction, it enables teams to share information seamlessly, analyze, and leverage information internally, avoid time and cost overruns and win better bids. .