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fromFortune
3 days ago
Real estate

Housing shrinkflation is here to stay. New homes are 11% smaller but 74% more expensive than a decade ago

Home buyers experience shrinkflation, paying more for smaller homes with new single-family homes shrinking 11% and price per square foot rising 74% in a decade.
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 months ago
LA real estate

6 charts that show storm clouds for the spring homebuying season

Homebuilders face a significant increase in costs due to tariffs, particularly from China, complicating the housing market.
fromFortune
3 days ago
Real estate

Housing shrinkflation is here to stay. New homes are 11% smaller but 74% more expensive than a decade ago

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#tariffs
LA real estate
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Trump Doubles Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum Imports, Raising Fears for Higher Construction Costs-as Homebuilders Share Bleak Outlook

Trump's doubled tariffs on imported steel and aluminum will likely increase construction costs, leading to higher home prices and reduced demand.
LA real estate
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Trump Doubles Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum Imports, Raising Fears for Higher Construction Costs-as Homebuilders Share Bleak Outlook

Trump's doubled tariffs on imported steel and aluminum will likely increase construction costs, leading to higher home prices and reduced demand.
more#tariffs
Renovation
fromtherealdeal.com
2 weeks ago

$500, $600 $800 psf? Builders battle over wildfire rebuilding costs

Opus Builders receives numerous inquiries daily for wildfire rebuilding, emphasizing current construction inflation and cost discrepancies in quotes.
fromHomebuilding
3 weeks ago

Renovation on hold: Why 2025 has become the hardest year to improve your home introduction

Steven Mulholland, CEO of the Construction Plant-hire Association, says: "Construction costs have skyrocketed - this isn't a temporary squeeze, it's a structural problem making renovations increasingly unaffordable."
Renovation
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

Trump and Fed chairman clash over renovation site cost. And, Gaza peace talks stalled

Trump's visit to the Fed highlighted concerns over the rising construction costs and interest rates.
House Republicans are addressing Epstein's connection with the president amid growing demands for transparency.
#affordable-housing
fromKqed
1 month ago
California

California, Epicenter of the Nation's Housing Crisis, Is Finally Getting a Housing Agency | KQED

fromKqed
1 month ago
California

California, Epicenter of the Nation's Housing Crisis, Is Finally Getting a Housing Agency | KQED

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fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Jerome Powell defends $2.5 billion Federal Reserve renovation project amid criticism from the Trump administration

"While periodic work has been done to keep these buildings occupiable, neither building has seen a comprehensive renovation since they were first constructed."
Renovation
Agriculture
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Cost to build largest new reservoir in California in 50 years increases by $2 billion to at least $6.2 billion

Construction costs for Sites Reservoir have risen significantly, impacting the budget and timeline.
Renovation
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Smaller units, fewer windows, less shared space - how new regulations will shape apartments

Developers face relaxed apartment building regulations, allowing for reduced unit specifications and cost savings.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 month ago

Silicon Valley BART project gets millions in funding, but still short - San Jose Spotlight

VTA officials said they've negotiated with Kiewit Shea Traylor for about 18 months, but their prices were nearly twice what VTA could afford.
Silicon Valley
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

MTA Capital Plan Approved, But Still Raises Three Billion Questions - Streetsblog New York City

The MTA's five-year renovation plan is approved but facing a $3 billion funding gap that relies on unspecified efficiencies.
Renovation
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Garden houses and Cabins: The UK's Fastest-Growing Home Upgrade in 2025

Garden houses are becoming the preferred option for home upgrades due to their affordability, flexibility, and quick installation compared to traditional extensions.
Renovation
fromHomebuilding
2 months ago

How much does internal plastering cost? Our expert explains all the factors when budgeting for this finish

Proper plastering is essential for smooth, durable surfaces and successful decoration.
Understanding plastering costs helps homeowners budget accurately for renovations.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

High-rise London: Why developers are being 'forced' to build more tall buildings in the capital

Rising land costs force developers in London to construct taller buildings to achieve financial viability.
DC food
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Trump's tariffs added $4M to this Virginia wind project in just a few weeks

Dominion Energy's wind project is the largest in the U.S., but Trump-era tariffs are significantly increasing construction costs.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

Staggering cost of meeting London's housing target revealed in new research

Building homes in London is significantly more expensive than in other regions of England, creating a crisis.
Many Londoners are considering leaving due to rising housing costs.
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Tea room project in Dublin park cost council almost 683,000

The council said that the conversion of the depot at the historic park included a dining area, a serving area, storerooms, toilets, and other facilities.
Renovation
#new-york-city
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
NYC real estate

NYC rents will soar in two boroughs over Trump tariffs

New York City rents are rising due to ongoing tariffs affecting construction costs, particularly impacting Manhattan and the Bronx.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
NYC real estate

NYC rents will soar in two boroughs over Trump tariffs

New York City rents are projected to rise due to tariffs on construction materials, particularly affecting Manhattan and the Bronx.
NYC real estate
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

NYC rents will soar in two boroughs over Trump tariffs

New York City rents are rising due to ongoing tariffs affecting construction costs, particularly impacting Manhattan and the Bronx.
NYC real estate
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

NYC rents will soar in two boroughs over Trump tariffs

New York City rents are projected to rise due to tariffs on construction materials, particularly affecting Manhattan and the Bronx.
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Remodel
fromSFGATE
4 months ago

Seller Concessions or Repairs? Why Tariffs Might Change the Math in 2025

Homebuyers must consider unexpected repair costs due to new tariffs affecting material prices in 2025.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago

Japan's Expo 2025 revives memories of Tokyo Olympics' cost blowout

Expo 2025 in Osaka opens despite controversy over low ticket sales and high costs, showcasing global collaboration.
Weak ticket sales raise concerns over financial viability and point to issues faced in organizing major events.
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