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DataDigest: Construction costs easing for homebuilders

Housing Wire

New home construction exploded early in the pandemic as soaring home demand squeezed existing inventory nationwide, giving homebuilders a much bigger share of a shrinking pie. Index values for most construction inputs are down from 2022 but remain above pre-pandemic levels. That could set the backdrop for a slower pace of construction.

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What another strong jobs report means for the mortgage industry

Housing Wire

Job gains were most notable in the health care (+72,000), government (+71,000) and construction (+39,000) sectors. Meanwhile, mining, quarrying, oil and gas extraction, manufacturing, wholesale trade, transportation and warehousing, information, and financial activities posted fewer jobs in March. month over month to $34.69

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Engineering Trends to Watch for in 2024

GoForrmz

Here we’ll dive into some of the most exciting engineering trends to watch for in 2024, exploring how these developments are reshaping industries and driving positive change on a global scale. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) AI and ML are positioned to revolutionize the engineering landscape in 2024 and beyond.

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How To Appraise Rural Properties

Appraisal Today

If you are a paid subscriber and If you are a paid subscriber and did not get the March 2024 issue emailed on Friday March 1, 2024, please email info@appraisaltoday.com , and we will send it to you. Later a conventional commercial building was constructed. = March 13, 2024) — Mortgage applications increased 7.1

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Could the Race to Space Create New Housing Opportunities?

McKissock

By 2024, SpaceX plans to transport passengers to Mars from its locations in Cameron County, Texas and Santa Barbara, California. The new construction tied to new housing markets could create great opportunities for new real estate agents looking to break into the industry representing buyers. What’s Next?

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Appliances for FHA appraisals

Appraisal Today

The tremendous growth in the creation of infrastructure for the expansion of major cities, water systems, canals for transportation of goods, road and street systems, inevitably required acquisition of private property. single-family homes for sale in the fourth quarter were new construction. per month, $24.75 Or hit the reply button.

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Key Land Development Deadline Approaches for Washington Counties

Will Springer Realtor

The GMA mandates that local policies also guide decisions on transportation, capital facilities and the natural environment. King County must complete updates to its comprehensive plan at least every eight years, with the next deadline of June 30, 2024, before changes are enacted at the end of that year.