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8 Design Trends Spicing Up Kitchen Spaces in 2025
Kitchen 8 Design Trends Spicing Up Kitchen Spaces in 2025 Kitchen size is on the rise and homeowners are loving bold backsplashes, classic style, resilient flooring, and more. read more
Mastering Sales Success in 2025
Sales Mastering Sales Success in 2025 Proven strategies and habits for real estate and new-home sales professionals to thrive in 2025. read more
Economy Adds 256,000 Jobs in December
Labor Economy Adds 256,000 Jobs in December The unemployment rate in the final month of 2024 was 4.1%. read more
Economics: What Could Go Wrong in 2025
Economic Development Economics: What Could Go Wrong in 2025 From the housing market to the incoming administration, the economy is facing threats on all sides. read more
Consumers End 2024 Feeling Slightly Better About Housing
Housing Data Consumers End 2024 Feeling Slightly Better About Housing Hope for mortgage rate declines and more options to choose from as home listings' time on the market increases. read more
New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Increased in November
Mortgages and Banking New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Increased in November Applications have seen annual increases since February 2023, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association. read more
House Plan of the Week: Fresh Starter Home for 2025
Plans House Plan of the Week: Fresh Starter Home for 2025 This 1,372-square-foot design would also make a great downsized dwelling read more
United Homes Group Grows Orders and Closings in 2024
Housing Starts United Homes Group Grows Orders and Closings in 2024 The home builder pulled back starts activity in fiscal 2024 as part of a strategic redesign of house plans. read more
QXO to List Shares on the NYSE
Technology QXO to List Shares on the NYSE The company expects to begin trading on Jan. 17, when CEO Brad Jacobs will ring the Opening Bell. read more
Mungo Homes Appoints Geoff Shiley as New CEO
Leadership Mungo Homes Appoints Geoff Shiley as New CEO Steven Mungo is transitioning to executive chairman as Shiley steps into his new role. read more
NAHB Joins 15 States in Lawsuit Against HUD’s Energy Code Mandate
Energy Efficiency NAHB Joins 15 States in Lawsuit Against HUD’s Energy Code Mandate The plaintiffs claim compliance will deter new construction and contribute to higher housing costs. read more

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Small house plan with two bedrooms, front exterior. See more images at Houseplans.
House Plan of the Week: Fresh Starter Home for 2025

This 1,372-square-foot design would also make a great downsized dwelling

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Farmhouse plan with four bedrooms, front exterior. See more views at Houseplans.
House Plan of the Week: Winter Storage

This move-up home design showcases plenty of closets.

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The Top 10 House Plan Trends of 2024 (and 5 More for 2025)

Explore the top 10 house plan trends of 2024 and five predictions for 2025.

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Garage plan with RV storage, front exterior. See more details at Houseplans.
House Plan of the Week: RV Garage Design

This modern garage plan features room for a recreational vehicle.

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8 Design Trends Spicing Up Kitchen Spaces in 2025

Kitchen size is on the rise and homeowners are loving bold backsplashes, classic... More

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House Plan of the Week: Fresh Starter Home for 2025

This 1,372-square-foot design would also make a great downsized dwelling More

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NKBA Report: Kitchens Are Getting Eclectic

Expect more statement colors, mix-and-match finishes, and decorative hardware to... More

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House Plan of the Week: Winter Storage

This move-up home design showcases plenty of closets. More

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The Top 10 House Plan Trends of 2024 (and 5 More for 2025)

Explore the top 10 house plan trends of 2024 and five predictions for 2025. More

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Taylor Morrison's Top 10 Design Trends for 2025

National home builder's design and architectural experts share top trends for the... More

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Biophilic Design and Color Drenching Are Top Trends for 2025

Integrating nature into homes will be the biggest design trend in 2025, according... More

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House Plan of the Week: RV Garage Design

This modern garage plan features room for a recreational vehicle. More

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Pantone's 2025 Pick: Mocha Mousse Brews Up a Cozy Color Craze

The mellow brown is infused with a sensorial and comforting warmth, reports the... More

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