LAST CALL: Vote in Builder.Media's Annual Pubby Awards
The PUBBY AWARDS issue is around the corner; the time to vote is NOW. Each year, we seek to recognize exceptional projects and professionals in the homebuilding industry for the past year. We recognize the most innovative builders, architects, developers, and projects, so if you have been working on a project that...MBK Rental Living's New Lifestyle Apartment Community in Murrietta Achieves 50% Lease-Up in Under Four Months
Mitchell Place in Southern California’s Riverside County responds to strong demand with delivery of the final wave of luxury units MURRIETA, Calif. – MBK Rental Living announced today lease-up of half of the units at Mitchell Place, a lifestyle apartment community in Murrieta, in the three and a half months since its...
Trendmaker Homes Debuts New Home Collection at Rancho Sienna Master-Planned Community in North Austin Metro
AUSTIN, TX – Trendmaker Homes, a member of the TRI Pointe Group (NYSE:TPH), announced the grand opening of its newest homes at Rancho Sienna, a 500-acre master-planned community located in the North Austin metro city of Georgetown. Trendmaker’s third residential phase at Rancho Sienna feature its first 50’ lot offerings, totaling...
Officials Cut Ribbon on The Bridge at Harris Ridge, Affordable Housing Community in Austin's Tech Ridge Area
The NRP Group and the Housing Authority of the City of Austin partner to create more than 300 apartment units addressing housing affordability, marking NRP's second such development in the city AUSTIN, Texas -- The Housing Authority of the City of Austin (HACA) President and CEO Mike Gerber and The Texas Department of...
CoreLogic Reports August Home Prices Increased by 3.6% Year Over Year
The CoreLogic HPI Forecast indicates annual price growth will increase 5.8% by August 2020 About three-fourths of millennial renters indicate they are likely to purchase a home in the future Connecticut was the only state to post an annual decline in home prices this August IRVINE, Calif. — CoreLogic® (NYSE: CLGX), a...
New California Energy Building Code Updates
The implementation of these updates will result in savings – both in costs and environmental impact By J. ANDREW MCALLISTER Comfort is an important benefit of energy-efficient homes. Due to high-performance windows, quality insulation and air sealing of the building shell, energy-efficient houses maintain stable interior...
Redfin Migration Report: Phoenix, Atlanta, Sacramento, Las Vegas and Austin Continue to Attract Thousands of Homebuyers From Pricey, High-Tax Metros
Phoenix's Arcadia, Sacramento's River Park, and Atlanta's Buckhead are the most popular neighborhoods for transplants SEATTLE – (NASDAQ: RDFN) – Twenty-five percent of home searchers looked to move to another metro area in the second quarter of 2019, compared to 24 percent during the same period last year, according to a new...
Lake Point and Springville Add Attractively Priced Options for Homebuyers
LAKE POINT, Utah -- Richmond American Homes of Utah, Inc., a subsidiary of M.D.C. Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: MDC), is excited to announce the opening of two exciting Utah communities on Saturday, September 7. The first is the Pastures at Saddleback, an exceptional new neighborhood showcasing homes from the low...
New Homes Showcase Presented by BIASC Offers Prospective Homebuyers a Two-Click Portal for Finding New Southern California Residences
IRVINE, Calif.-- The Building Industry Association of Southern California (BIASC) has created a new platform called the BIASC New Homes Showcase (https://showcase.biasc.org/). This online portal is designed to provide a quick and easy way for consumers to find information on new properties on the market from leading developers...
Mid-Atlantic Builders Recognized by PEPCO as the D.C. Area's No. 1 Energy-Efficient Homebuilder
ROCKVILLE, Md. — Mid-Atlantic Builders has been honored for building the most energy-efficient home in the Potomac Electric Power Company (PEPCO) service area. This year, approximately 600 homes were rated for their energy efficiency –– and nine of the 10 most energy-efficient homes were Mid-Atlantic Builders...
2019 BIASC Building Industry Show Generates Exceptional Response with Distinguished Keynoters
2019 BIASC Building Industry Show Generates Exceptional Response with Distinguished Keynoters Led by Former U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney IRVINE, Calif. -- The Building Industry Association of Southern California (BIASC) will hold its 2019 Building Industry Show (BIS) again this year at the beautiful Pechanga Resort and...New digs: HACB breaks ground on major projects
The projects are made possible by nearly $30 million in tax credit awards from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs… Read More The Brownsville Herald https://www.brownsvilleherald.com/news/local/new-digs-hacb-breaks-ground-on-major-projects/article_38374f9e-dcd0-11e9-a9a7-2f3584e54fd5.html...
CoreLogic Reports the Negative Equity Share Fell to 3.8% in the Second Quarter of 2019
In the second quarter of 2019, 151,000 residential properties regained equity The average homeowner gained $4,900 in home equity during the last year Two million residential properties with a mortgage were in negative equity in the second quarter of 2019 IRVINE, Calif., September 20, 2019—CoreLogic® (NYSE: CLGX), a...How a Fed rate cut could impact the housing market
The central bank is expected to announce another cut to its benchmark interest rate… Read More Fox Business https://www.foxbusiness.com/economy/fed-rate-cut-housing-market...
Human Rights and Worker Equity Grow More Influential in U.S. Consumer Purchasing Decisions
Key Messages: The 2019 Sense & Sustainability® Study published by G&S Business Communications is the firm’s 10th annual U.S. public opinion poll about the business commitment to protecting society and the environment. In increasing numbers, consumers say they are likely to favor companies with suppliers that comply...Why buying and selling a house could soon be as simple as trading stocks
Artificial intelligence in housing could completely change the way we buy, sell and live… Read More MarketWatch https://www.marketwatch.com/story/how-buying-and-selling-a-home-could-soon-be-as-simple-as-trading-stocks-2019-09-11...Baker, Morse break ground on housing development
Housing Choice gives communities the ability to move forward on housing projects if the majority of residents are in favor… Read More The Reminder https://www.thereminder.com/localnews/holyoke/baker-morse-break-ground-on-housing-development/...Massachusetts single-family, condo sales up sharply at the end of summer
Gains came despite median price increases, the Massachusetts Association of Realtors says… Read More Curbed https://boston.curbed.com/2019/9/11/20860482/massachusetts-single-family-condo-sales-end-summer...How Homebuilders Get Creative When Land Is Scarce
Golf courses that have closed over the past few years are getting re-purposed for new homes… Read More Forbes https://www.forbes.com/sites/bradhunter/2019/09/10/how-homebuilders-get-creative-when-land-is-scarce/#38cd49fde703...Baltimore’s Civic Works trains young adults in construction
Civic Works trainees built the house out of recycled materials like cork, bamboo and pine… Read More Baltimore Sun https://www.baltimoresun.com/features/home/bs-mg-hm-tiny-homes-20190911-gnfffgupufbr5adftb6afc7n5i-story.html...These Amazing Hurricane-Proof Homes Withstood Hurricane Dorian
Deltec Homes has been building circular houses for the past 50 years that can withstand hurricanes… Read More Interesting Engineering https://interestingengineering.com/these-amazing-hurricane-proof-homes-withstood-hurricane-dorian...Former head of Chicago housing tapped to lead Atlanta Housing Authority
The mayor unveiled a citywide affordable housing investing $1 billion in public and private funds to combat rising… Read More Atlanta Journal Constitution https://www.ajc.com/news/former-head-chicago-housing-tapped-lead-atlanta-housing-authority/EWRqTKZh6Dnlqtwo5yoNJM/...
CoreLogic Reports Stark Contrast Between Rising Mortgage Delinquencies in Eight States While National Rate Remains at 20-Year Low
Eight states posted slight annual gains in their overall delinquency rates in June The nation's June serious delinquency rate tied the prior two months as the lowest for any month in 19 years Metro areas that have suffered flooding or other natural disasters are among those with elevated delinquency rates IRVINE, Calif.,...5 major policy proposals to change housing finance
Creating competition and loosening mortgage regulations are among the proposed reform… Read More MarketWatch https://www.marketwatch.com/story/5-major-changes-the-trump-administration-wants-to-make-to-housing-finance-2019-09-09...Developing a forest-friendly home building technique
Use of cross-laminated timber will have several helpful attributes to the local Colorado economy and the environment… Read More The Journal https://the-journal.com/articles/151451The Rise of 'Grandmillennial' Style
Devotees love wicker, chintz and needlepoint—but don't call them stuffy… Read More House Beautiful https://www.housebeautiful.com/lifestyle/a28594040/grandmillennial-design/#sidepanel...
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Trumark Homes Introduces TruFlex, A First-of-Its-Kind Customizable Design Layout Concept at New So. California Community
Exclusive to Trumark’s new West Village townhome community, TruFlex pioneers a new home buying experience NEWPORT BEACH & BREA, CA — Trumark Homes, a national award-winning California homebuilder, today debuted TruFlex, a revolutionary platform that puts home layout design in the hands of buyers. Available exclusively at West...
AIME Promotes Largest Networking Event for Independent Mortgage Brokers, One Month Away
Independent Mortgage Brokers: mark your calendars to attend the largest and most informative conference available in the industry on October 11 & 12 in Las Vegas CLARKSTON, Mich. - AIME, the Association of Independent Mortgage Experts, a non-profit, national trade membership association created exclusively for...
SummerHill Homes Homes Debuts First Phase of Nuevo in Santa Clara, a 27-Acre Urban Town
Grand Opening Event will Showcase Silicon Valley’s First Four-Story Model Homes as Part of $950 Million-Dollar Mixed-Use Project San Ramon, Calif. – SummerHill Homes, a privately-owned California homebuilder, has announced the debut of Nuevo, a new urban town and residential community in Santa Clara to unveil seven model homes,...
30-acre West Virginia tourism development property available with utilities infrastructure and a turn-key home on site in the heart of the nationally recognized Hatfield-McCoy Trails System!
30-acre West Virginia tourism development property available with utilities infrastructure and a turn-key home on site in the heart of the nationally recognized Hatfield-McCoy Trails System! Visit www.developmingo.com for proposal information or contact Leasha Johnson at (304)235-0042. 30-acre West Virginia Tourism...
Trendmaker Homes Debuts Two New Communities in West Houston Metro: Falls at Dry Creek and Grayson Woods
HOUSTON – Trendmaker Homes, a member of the TRI Pointe Group (NYSE:TPH), announced their latest home offerings at two new communities in the Houston market: Falls at Dry Creek, located in Cypress, will offer 20 homesites, and Grayson Woods in Katy currently offers 63 homesites. Sales and daily model home touring at Falls at Dry...
Tri Pointe Group Names Mike McMillen Vice President of Mergers and Acquisitions
Homebuilding veteran assumes new role to help advance company’s 10-year strategic plan IRVINE, CALIF. (September 3, 2019) – TRI Pointe Group (NYSE: TPH), one of the top 10 largest public homebuilders in the United States based on revenue, announced today the promotion of Mike McMillen as the company’s vice president of mergers...
CoreLogic Reports July Home Prices Increased by 3.6% Year Over Year
The HPI Forecast indicates annual price growth will increase 5.4% by July 2020 Older millennials are starting to express a desire to buy in a very tight housing market Connecticut and South Dakota were the only states to post declines in their year-over-year home prices IRVINE, Calif., September 3, 2019—CoreLogic® (NYSE:...
New Urban Land Institute Report Reflects Decade of Progress in Improved Environmental Performance in the Built Environment
WASHINGTON (August 28, 2019) – A new report from from the Urban Land Institute’s (ULI) Greenprint Center for Building Performance shows that the real estate industry has made significant progress over the past 10 years in reducing carbon emissions and energy consumption while increasing asset value. The Greenprint Center, which is...
APA Member Products Exempt as U.S. EPA Amends Formaldehyde Rule
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s final amended formaldehyde rules are now official. Structural plywood, oriented strand board (OSB) and other structural engineered wood products remain exempt from the EPA TSCA Title VI rules on formaldehyde emissions from composite wood products. The exemption includes all structural wood...
Trendmaker Homes Debuts New Home Collections at 6 Creeks, a New Master-Planned Community in South Austin Metro
KYLE, Texas – Trendmaker Homes, a member of the TRI Pointe Group (NYSE:TPH), announced the grand opening of their newest homes at 6 Creeks, a new 858-acre master-planned community located in the South Austin metro city of Kyle. In their first phases, Trendmaker will build a total of 110 single-family homes on 50’ and 60’ lots in...
AMLI Residential Releases Results of 2019 Sustainable Living Index
Third national survey found residents are increasingly interested in finding ways to combat climate change and other environmental issues CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AMLI Residential, a leading developer of sustainable, multifamily properties, today announced the results of its third annual Sustainable Living Index — a survey of more...
CoreLogic Reports U.S. Overall Delinquency Rate Remains Steady at 20-Year Low in May
The nation's serious delinquency rate this May tied with April as the lowest for any month in nearly 14 years No state posted an annual gain in its foreclosure, overall or serious delinquency rate Some Midwest and Southeast regions hit hard by flooding or other storm damage posted relatively high delinquency rates IRVINE,...
CoreLogic Reports June Home Prices Increased by 3.4% Year Over Year
The HPI Forecast indicates annual price growth will increase 5.2% by June 2020 For two months, market conditions have stabilized with 38% of the top 100 markets considered overvalued Idaho, Utah and Nevada experienced the greatest year-over-year increases among states IRVINE, Calif., August 6, 2019 — CoreLogic®...
USGBC-LA Announces 1st Cohort of ‘Net Zero Accelerator’ to Speed Viable Building Tech’s Move into the Market for a Net Positive Future
LOS ANGELES (July 25, 2019) - The U.S. Green Building Council-Los Angeles Chapter (USGBC-LA) today is proud to announce the first cohort of its Net Zero Accelerator, a major new initiative which identifies viable net zero building technologies, positions them for success, and accelerates their market entry throughout the greater...
CoreLogic Special Report: The Role of Housing in the Longest Economic Expansion
A 121-Month Evaluation on How the Nation’s Real Estate Market Has Impacted the Economy IRVINE, Calif., July 18, 2019 — CoreLogic® (NYSE: CLGX), a leading global property information, analytics and data-enabled solutions provider, today released its special report evaluating “The Role of Housing in the Longest Economic...
San Joaquin Valley Homes and Presidio Residential Capital to Hold Grand Opening at Cambria in Porterville, Calif., on Saturday, July 20
New Community Offering 80 Single-Family Homes on 15 Acres PORTERVILLE, Calif. – July 15, 2019 – San Joaquin Valley Homes (SJV Homes) and Presidio Residential Capital will hold a grand opening at Cambria, a new neighborhood with 80 single-family detached garden homes on 15 acres in northwest Porterville, Calif., on Saturday, July...
City of Alameda, Eden Housing and Alameda Point Partners to Celebrate Groundbreaking of New Affordable Housing Community for Seniors at Alameda Point
ALAMEDA, Calif. – On Thursday, July 11, 2019, the City of Alameda, along with Eden Housing and Alameda Point Partners, will celebrate the groundbreaking of Alameda Point Senior Apartments, a 60-unit affordable rental community for seniors age 62 and older located at Alameda Point’s Site A development project in Alameda, California....
CoreLogic Reports Lowest Overall Delinquency Rate in More Than 20 Years this April
U.S. serious delinquency rate this April was the lowest for any month in nearly 14 years No state posted an annual gain in its overall or serious delinquency rate Some hurricane and wildfire areas in the Southeast and California continue to log relatively high delinquency rates IRVINE, Calif., July 9,...
De Young Properties Earns Coveted Gold Nugget Grand Award Honors
Fresno, California, July 5, 2019 — Judges for the 2019 Gold Nugget Awards have named De Young Properties as a Grand Winner in its annual competition, which honors architectural design and planning excellence, and draws nationwide and international entries. De Young Properties earned its Grand honors for De Young EnVision in the Best...
Alameda Point Partners Achieves Important Milestones at $1 Billion Alameda Mixed-Use Waterfront Development
ALAMEDA, Calif. -- Alameda Point Partners, LLC announced today that the group has successfully achieved significant milestones on phase one of Alameda Point’s Site A development project in Alameda, California. Site A is a $1 billion mixed-use, transit-oriented waterfront development on the site of the former Naval Air Station Alameda,...
