Market Conditions
Market Conditions
Remodeling Spending To Tick Up Through Mid-2025
The Leading Indicator of Remodeling Activity report says things will trend up after a modest downturn
NAHB
NAHB: Remodelers Face Challenges and Opportunities
Remodelers face a uniquely strong market yet remain challenged by codes and costs
NAHB
NAHB Announces Action Plan for Housing Affordability
Six of the proposed 10 action items are important to residential remodelers
Market Conditions
Metros with the Highest and Lowest Remodel ROI
First-time homebuyers can find fixer-upper listings priced between 5 to 10% lower than move-in ready homes. The high return on investment of these projects shows that remodeling remains a strong option to navigate the current housing market
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Money: Do ASAP – 6 Smart Tax Moves
There’s still time to squeeze in some tax perks for your business before 2015 hits.
Economy: NFIB Small Business Optimism Index Jumps 2 Points
“It’s a good sign that comes at a good time for small business,” says Bill Dunkelberg, NFIB chief economist.
Personnel: What’s With the Trade Shortage?
Mark Zandi, chief economist at Moody’s Analytics, shares his perspective on the future of the construction labor market and why it’s harder to find skilled workers.
Housing: Infographic on October Home Sales
The NAR has put together an infographic to visualize existing home sales data.
What to Expect in the Market With a Republican Majority
Will a Republican majority lead to a new agenda or more gridlock?
Home Prices Are Overvalued in Major Cities
Home prices in seven of out 100 U.S. cities are overvalued by more than 10 percent, the highest percentage since the end of the housing bubble crisis.
Economists Increase 3rd-quarter U.S. Growth Forecasts
Estimates for the 2014 balance was trimmed, but the outlook for job growth and lower unemployment was strengthened.
Johnny Cash’s Restored Home May Boost Town’s Economy
Updates to Johnny Cash's boyhood home and a new Great Depression themes museum may generate income for the sleepy town.