Product Central: Masonite Decorative Glass DesignsLearn more about this notable product plucked from the latest building products roundup from the June 2018 issue of HBSDealer magazine. Labor, tariffs continue to worry contractors: The USG + U.S. Chamber of Commerce Commercial Construction Index says more than 90% of contractors are concerned about labor shortages NLBMDA gives bank bill thumbs up NLBMDA says the changes are a welcome development for the housing industry. NAHB applauds bank bill signing The law is expected to ease bank lending, leading to expanded new home construction. Multifamily builder confidence holds steady The NAHB anticipates firm multifamily demand for the rest of the year. New single-family home sales slip in April The latest report is 11.6% above the April 2017 estimate of 593,000. Existing-home sales fall in April Existing inventory shrinks as prices continue to climb. Building Supply Index rises for Q1 Consumer confidence continues to be the main driver for the elevated index level. Economists urge for housing construction increase A panel of economists tackle whether the nation is on the verge of another housing bubble. Lack of housing inventory continues to push prices Available existing homes for sales dropped 7.2% in the first quarter. First Previous 98 99 100 101 102 Next Last