The Builder's Daily (Page 4)

Policy Whiplash Fogs Housing Outlook: The Uncertainty Effect

As housing stakeholders -- in a bid to "bend the arc" of policy to spark housing development -- pursue standing among Trump priorities, an economist foresees a return of higher inflation and further harm to those interests.

Leadership

Breaking Homebuilding’s Labor Imbalance: A Blueprint for Action

We spoke with Branka Minic, CEO of Building Talent Foundation, about the new study and why solving homebuilding’s workforce imbalance requires more than just training—it requires hard economic data to connect the dots between skilled labor, efficiency, and affordability.

Technology

2025: A Turning Point For Homebuilding Tech Integration

This year marks a pivotal shift as homebuilders adopt unified digital solutions that connect design, ERP, and CRM systems into a single lifecycle platform. This strategy enhances builder efficiency, cuts complexity, and drives faster product delivery through integration and AI-driven tools.

Leadership

Affordability Gap Widens But Sales Go On. Who's Buying? Who’s Sidelined?

Affordability challenges persist despite lower mortgage rates; wealthier buyers dominate sales while entry-level demand struggles amid rising home prices, monthly payment, and downpayment challenges.

Marketing & Sales

Spring Selling Surprise: A New Mortgage Platform For Builders

The new correspondent lending platform—with eight lenders, including Rocket Mortgage—aims to deliver better rates, faster closings, and buyer-focused solutions in a challenging 2025 housing market.