Q3 2024 Table of Contents

Pulse
Aggressive, Competitive, and Pricey: The Realities of the Land Market in 2024 BUILDER Aggressive, Competitive, and Pricey: The Realities of the Land Market in 2024

While lot supply remains undersupplied, builders with stronger lot portfolios are remaining opportunistic and active in the land market. Read more

Donald R. Horton Dies at 74 BUILDER Donald R. Horton Dies at 74

D.R. Horton's founder and chairman will be remembered for 'his vision, tenacity, and never-ending drive.' Read more

Up Front
Chief Economist Ali Wolf Takes a Deep Dive on Debt and Consumer Spending BUILDER Chief Economist Ali Wolf Takes a Deep Dive on Debt and Consumer Spending

Consumer balances increase as the ability to pay falls. Read more

Barkitecture: How to Design Pet-Friendly Homes and Communities BUILDER Barkitecture: How to Design Pet-Friendly Homes and Communities

From mudroom dog washes to built-in crates and bowls, many of today's households are adding pet-friendly features to their homes. Read more

How Builders Can Support First-Time Home Buyers BUILDER How Builders Can Support First-Time Home Buyers

Industry veteran Mary Beth Berry highlights three key strategies for builders on how to help first-time buyers achieve their dream of homeownership. Read more

Q&A: Oakwood Homes' Pat Hamill Transitions Out of CEO Role BUILDER Q&A: Oakwood Homes' Pat Hamill Transitions Out of CEO Role

Hamill helped start Oakwood Homes in 1991, which has since grown to build more than 20,000 homes across Colorado, Utah, and Arizona. Read more

8 Smart Tech Additions for New Homes BUILDER 8 Smart Tech Additions for New Homes

As smart-home features become the norm, these products exceed expectations. Read more

Features
How Agrihoods Are Redefining Neighborhood Life With Farm-Fresh Living BUILDER How Agrihoods Are Redefining Neighborhood Life With Farm-Fresh Living

With more U.S. agrihoods taking root, developers share how these farm-centric communities are redefining the relationship between residential living and agriculture. Read more

Brookfield Properties' Adrian Foley Is Driven for Tomorrow BUILDER Brookfield Properties' Adrian Foley Is Driven for Tomorrow

The 2024 Legends Award winner knows the value of collaboration and long-term growth. Read more

8 Attractive and Innovative Homes Get the Gold BUILDER 8 Attractive and Innovative Homes Get the Gold

Learn more about some of the 2024 Gold Nugget top production and custom home honors. Read more

2024 Local Leaders: The 50 Largest U.S. New-Home Markets BUILDER 2024 Local Leaders: The 50 Largest U.S. New-Home Markets

Texas and Florida have a commanding presence on this year’s list, accounting for one-third of the top 50 new-home markets. Read more

Parting Plan
Barn-Style ADU Plan Provides Garage and Living Versatility BUILDER Barn-Style ADU Plan Provides Garage and Living Versatility

This design combines a large garage with a small, flexible living zone. Read more

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