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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

The Pulse

January 14, 2025
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    Mastering Sales Success in 2025
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    The Top 10 Safety Violations of 2024
  4. BUILDER Economy Adds 256,000 Jobs in December
    Economy Adds 256,000 Jobs in December
  5. BUILDER 8 Design Trends Spicing Up Kitchen Spaces in 2025
    8 Design Trends Spicing Up Kitchen Spaces in 2025
  6. BUILDER Economics: What Could Go Wrong in 2025
    Economics: What Could Go Wrong in 2025
  7. BUILDER Consumers End 2024 Feeling Slightly Better...
    Consumers End 2024 Feeling Slightly Better About Housing
  8. BUILDER New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications...
    New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Increased in November
  9. Eye on Housing Construction Labor Market Tightened at End of 2024
    Construction Labor Market Tightened at End of 2024
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    House Plan of the Week: Fresh Starter Home for 2025
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Mastering Sales Success in 2025
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Economy Adds 256,000 Jobs in December
Economy Adds 256,000 Jobs in December
Consumers End 2024 Feeling Slightly Better About Housing
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House Plans

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

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
By: Aurora Zeledon

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)
By: Aurora Zeledon

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
By: Aurora Zeledon

This modern garage plan features room for a recreational vehicle.

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Design

8 Design Trends Spicing Up Kitchen Spaces in 2025
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8 Design Trends Spicing Up Kitchen Spaces in 2025
By Symone Strong

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

Tags: Design, Designers, Interior Design, Kitchen, Design and Trends
House Plan of the Week: Fresh Starter Home for 2025
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House Plan of the Week: Fresh Starter Home for 2025
By Aurora Zeledon

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

Tags: Design, Entry-Level, Small Homes, Plans, Floor Plans
NKBA Report: Kitchens Are Getting Eclectic
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NKBA Report: Kitchens Are Getting Eclectic
By Nate Traylor

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

Tags: Designers, Kitchen, Appliances
House Plan of the Week: Winter Storage
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House Plan of the Week: Winter Storage
By Aurora Zeledon

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

Tags: Design, Mudrooms, Move Up, Plans, Floor Plans
The Top 10 House Plan Trends of 2024 (and 5 More for 2025)
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The Top 10 House Plan Trends of 2024 (and 5 More for 2025)
By Aurora Zeledon

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

Tags: Design, Design and Trends, Houseplans.com, Plans, Floor Plans
Taylor Morrison's Top 10 Design Trends for 2025
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Taylor Morrison's Top 10 Design Trends for 2025
By Symone Strong

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

Tags: Design, Designers, Interior Design, Taylor Morrison, Design and Trends
Biophilic Design and Color Drenching Are Top Trends for 2025
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Biophilic Design and Color Drenching Are Top Trends for 2025
By Leah Draffen

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

Tags: Design, Housing Trends, Interior Design, Biophilic, Furniture
House Plan of the Week: RV Garage Design
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House Plan of the Week: RV Garage Design
By Aurora Zeledon

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

Tags: Design, Garage, Plans, Floor Plans, Garages
Pantone's 2025 Pick: Mocha Mousse Brews Up a Cozy Color Craze
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Pantone's 2025 Pick: Mocha Mousse Brews Up a Cozy Color Craze
By Symone Strong

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

Tags: Design, Designers, Color, Interior Design, Pantone Color Institute
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