Builder Magazine: Housing Data

Public Home Builders Return to Rrofitability

Tue, 14 May 2013 04:37:24 EST

The recession proves the public builder model is superior for survival, though it does have its achilles' heels.

As 'prices' grab the headlines, it's value that's gaining traction

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 11:12:49 EST

The S&P/Case-Shiller index of property values in 20 cities rose 9.3% year-on-year, eclipsing Wall Street analysts' consensus, and heralding another strong tide of homeowners' return to equity after years of struggling underwater on their mortgages. Still, Case-Shiller is a catalyst, not a cause in housing's fledgling recovery from a six-year hell-hole.

Businesses Poised to Start Hiring Again

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 04:44:13 EST

A monthly survey of business economists finds “restrained optimism.”

NAHB Survey Asks Builders What's Next?

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 02:53:51 EST

Builders rank their concerns about the housing industry in a recent NAHB survey.

Housing Offers a Bright Spot in Construction Spending

Fri, 1 Mar 2013 02:54:15 EST

While the headline number was bleak, private residential projects offered solid gains in January.

Pending Home Sales Up as Inventories Shrink

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 02:16:12 EST

Tight supply is straining sales but boosting prices, NAR reports.

Home Prices Moved Up in 2012’s Fourth Quarter

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 03:15:01 EST

Data from both S&P/Case-Shiller and FHFA showed gains in areas across the country.

Consumer Confidence Up, but Not for Housing

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 01:53:25 EST

Feelings about the economy improved in February as perceptions of the job market and wages edged up.

New-Home Sales Jump to Four-Year High

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 04:01:33 EST

Sales were up and inventories were down in January, boding well for the year to come.

A Happy New Year for Residential Starts and Architectural Inquiries

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 03:11:23 EST

The year is off to a good start in terms of housing data. According to the U.S. Census Bureau and HUD, new residential construction permits, starts, and completions all grew more than expected in January.

Builder Confidence Down as Buyer Traffic Slows

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 02:48:09 EST

What’s lacking in quantity of customers, however, is somewhat offset by the quality of the prospects.

Foreclosures Plummet on California Legislation

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 01:19:20 EST

The new restrictions drove foreclosure starts to a 79-month low in January.

2013 State of the Industry

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 10:37:14 EST

Home building is finally bouncing back—but some small builders are still struggling.

NAHB Survey Reveals What New-Home Buyers Want

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 01:33:50 EST

A recent survey by the NAHB reveals what prospective new-home buyers desire—and what they're willing to pay for it.

Brains Study Brains and He Speaks for the Trees

Tue, 12 Feb 2013 11:54:10 EST

Economic development news from across the country.

Lending Remains Key for New-Home Sales

Tue, 12 Feb 2013 01:16:22 EST

Cash-only purchases of new homes appear to be declining.

NAHB: Metros Improving Across All 50 States

Thu, 7 Feb 2013 02:48:08 EST

The Improving Markets Index registered its sixth consecutive month of improvement in February.

Decking: Market Trends, New Products, and Why Wood is Making a Comeback

Tue, 12 Feb 2013 05:07:27 EST

When will manufacturers’ new-product value propositions match contractors’ confidence in the products’ jobsite performance? Soon, some experts say, as synthetic boards get a value-added redux and wood preservative makers tweak their treatments. Plus: How to upsell with outdoor living, and the latest in deck screws.

Construction Spending Up as Multifamily Booms

Fri, 1 Feb 2013 03:03:49 EST

Single-family disappointed in December with the weakest improvement seen in months.

Shift Toward Rental Slowed in Fourth Quarter, Census Bureau Finds

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 02:55:28 EST

As last year drew to a close, the national median asking rent hit the highest level seen in decades.