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Renovation
fromBusiness Matters
4 days ago

Understanding the Differences Between Wooden, Aluminium, and Steel Doors

Wooden, aluminium, and steel doors each offer distinct advantages in durability, security, maintenance, and performance for residential and commercial properties.
Renovation
fromLos Angeles Times
36 years ago

Architectural Antiques Used as Home Decorating Elements

Architectural antiques from salvage houses and demolition sites are increasingly used as distinctive building and decorating elements in new home construction, driven by renewed historical interest and their status as art forms.
Real estate
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

North Dakota Is Holding Steady in Affordability and Homebuilding: Can Gov. Armstrong Keep It Growing?

North Dakota's housing market is affordable nationally but constrained by low construction and a limited labor force.
Real estate
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

Pennsylvania Is Struggling in Affordability and Homebuilding: Can Gov. Shapiro Bridge the Gap?

Pennsylvania exhibits modest affordability but severely limited new construction, producing a permit shortfall and making new homes far more expensive than existing ones.
Real estate
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

Missouri is Struggling in Affordability and Homebuilding: Can Governor Kehoe Jump-Start Construction?

Missouri has affordable home prices now but limited new construction risks future housing affordability as permit activity lags its population share.
Real estate
fromSFGATE
3 months ago

Minnesota is Winning in Affordability and Homebuilding: Can Governor Walz Keep It That Way?

Minnesota's housing market earned a B- for above-average affordability and steady new construction, balancing demand despite rising prices.
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Renovation
fromThe Mercury News
7 months ago

California is so eager for homeowners to build ADUs, it's helping them save on architect fees

California has introduced measures to make building accessory dwelling units easier and cheaper for homeowners.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
8 months ago

Founder of California ADU company accused of fraud files for bankruptcy protection from creditors

Frausto's claim of disrupting the backyard housing industry culminated in personal bankruptcy after numerous lawsuits from clients, revealing potential scams within his companies.
NYC startup
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
9 months ago

In a test, one home burns, the other is unscathed. A lesson for fire-proofing L.A.?

A wildfire defense demonstration highlighted the importance of fire mitigation strategies for rebuilding communities affected by fires.
fromApartment Therapy
9 months ago

Wood-Framed Homes Are Being Replaced with Something Far More Practical (And Sustainable!)

"With 93% of new homes still built with traditional stick frames, the risk from severe weather events like hurricanes and wildfires is becoming increasingly concerning for homeowners and builders alike."
Renovation
fromwww.housingwire.com
9 months ago

Prefab tiny homes: Here's what you need to know Part 1

Prefab accessory dwelling units (ADUs) offer a less disruptive building experience and come in various designs and price ranges, appealing to diverse homeowners.
SF real estate
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
9 months ago

Ontario regulator charges GTA developer in connection with illegal sale of 453 homes | CBC News

An Ontario regulator has charged StateView Homes and its executives for the illegal sale of 453 homes.
Renovation
fromEarth911
10 months ago

Guest Idea: Preparing Your Home For Wildfire With Fire-Resistant Materials and Designs

Wildfire risk to homes is increasing, prompting the need for fire-resistant building innovations.
Fire-resistant materials can significantly enhance the resilience of homes against wildfires.
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fromSFGATE
10 months ago
NYC real estate

Map Shows Where Prices Are Dropping for Newly Built Homes as Builders Target Smaller Floor Plans

Prices for newly built homes declined in many U.S. cities, providing relief to homebuyers struggling with affordability.
fromNew York Post
10 months ago
NYC startup

Exclusive | Homeowners sue trendy startup over alleged faulty construction - if workers even built their houses at all: 'Nightmare'

Tech executives behind Welcome Homes are facing lawsuits for allegedly constructing faulty homes and not delivering on their promises.
fromSFGATE
10 months ago
NYC real estate

Map Shows Where Prices Are Dropping for Newly Built Homes as Builders Target Smaller Floor Plans

NYC startup
fromNew York Post
10 months ago

Exclusive | Homeowners sue trendy startup over alleged faulty construction - if workers even built their houses at all: 'Nightmare'

Tech executives behind Welcome Homes are facing lawsuits for allegedly constructing faulty homes and not delivering on their promises.
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fromSFGATE
10 months ago

Builders in Worst-Ranked States for Housing Call for Cuts to Red Tape: 'Allow Us To Build'

We know that the housing supply gap is not evenly distributed across the country, as states that received poor grades face affordability issues without increased home construction.
NYC real estate
fromSFGATE
10 months ago

Single-Family Home Construction Plunges as Builders Grapple With Higher Costs and Weak Demand

The drop in March housing starts is a clear signal that affordability pressures are intensifying, with more than 70% of households unable to afford new homes.
SF real estate
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