Supply and mortgage rates continue to impact existing-home salesOn a year-over-year basis, total sales dropped nearly 17% in July. Tractor Supply and Carhartt continue SkillsUSA supportProceeds from Carhartt-designed clothing will be donated to SkillsUSA. Housing starts climb in July Multifamily permits are well below the pace of a year ago. Rising mortgage rates impact builder confidence More home builders have returned to using sales incentives in hopes of attracting buyers. NAHB says increased housing supply will help fight inflation Policymakers can lower inflation by improving the efficiency of residential construction, the association says. BLDR looks to 'pioneer' industry technology Builders FirstSource continues to invest in new technology and automation while improving the cycle time of its customers. OSHA issues heat alert and steps up enforcement The moves arrive as historically high temperatures expose millions to dangerous heat at the workplace. Pending home sales nearly flat in June The National Association of Realtors releases its latest 2023 and 2024 home sales projections. New home sales slide in June Fewer home builders say sales were better than expected in June. HBI report highlights labor challenges Estimates indicate 723,000 construction hires per year are required to meet market demand. First Previous 9 10 11 12 13 Next Last
