Economists Make 2020 Construction Predictions
Construction economists do not sugarcoat their forecast for the industry in 2020. Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation predicts slower economic growth next year and weak equipment investment. Associated General Contractors and the Association of Equipment…
Top 10 Construction Industry Trends To Watch For In 2022
2022, after a turbulent time of changing expectations and adjusting forecasts, will be the year that the Construction industry will reemerge and grow. Construction costs are on the rise, and there is…
2020 Construction Trends: 30+ Experts Weigh In
What kind of changes have you seen in the construction industry over the last year? Now, what about the last decade? The construction industry of 2010 looks dramatically different than…
7 WAYS TO REIMAGINE THE STANDARD CAR GARAGE
Garages in single-family homes have become more than just a place to park cars. American garages are now extensions of the house, serving as workshops, storage spaces, home gyms, and…
HOUSE PLAN OF THE WEEK: UPSCALE EMPTY NEST BUILD
Here’s an impressive home design for clients who want to live in a single-story house without having to downsize too much. View interior views on Houseplans.com. The exterior features prairie-inspired details,…
7 WAYS TO REIMAGINE THE STANDARD TWO-CAR GARAGE
Garages in single-family homes have become more than just a place to park cars. American garages are now extensions of the house, serving as storage, workshops, gyms, living rooms, and…
DOWN PAYMENTS CONTINUE TO CLIMB AS BUYERS FACE HIGHER INTEREST RATES
According to Realtor.com, the median down payment rose across the board during the third quarter. This is counterintuitive. The median down payment increased across the board in the third quarter,…
INFLATION IS FLAT MONTH OVER MONTH IN OCTOBER
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, consumer prices were unchanged on a seasonal basis in October after rising 0.4% in September. According to the Consumer Price Index, the…
CREDIT CONDITIONS CONTINUED TO TIGHTEN IN THIRD QUARTER
The cost of construction loans has increased, as have the interest rates. Lenders are also less willing to lend money. The Federal Reserve and NAHB both conducted surveys in the…
HOUSE PLAN OF THE WEEK: UPSCALE EMPTY NEST
Here’s an impressive home design for clients who want to live in a single-story house without having to downsize too much. View interior views on Houseplans.com. The exterior features prairie-inspired details,…