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HUD, USDA reach accord on energy-efficiency standard for new construction

Housing Wire

Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) have settled on new energy-efficiency standards for the construction of new single-family and multifamily homes. The implementation timeline varies based on the type and location of new construction.

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Dearth of new construction strains migration hotspot of Alabama

Housing Wire

While a lack of existing home inventory is certainly part of the problem, Ellison said that in Birmingham, agents and buyers are also facing a lack of new home inventory. New construction is backed up,” she said.

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8 ways to cultivate connections with builders and developers

Inman

Master the new construction niche, and grow your business by building relationships with builders and developers in your market.

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Opinion: Don’t let red tape strangle city development

Housing Wire

I grew up in Houston, and I’ve seen the benefits and the pitfalls of real estate development in perhaps the most lightly regulated city in the United States — a place where developers don’t fret about complex building regulations, because such regulations simply don’t exist. The results are uneven, but can be inspiring.

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What Isn’t Included with a New Construction Home?

Realty Biz

Embarking on the journey of purchasing new construction, particularly a freshly constructed one, is a thrilling venture brimming with anticipation. So, What Isn’t Included with a New Construction Home? The post What Isn’t Included with a New Construction Home?

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Buying a New Construction Home

Windemere Buying

A new construction home, however, has no previous owner; it comes brand new. Learning about the new construction buying process will help you understand how it differs from other types of housing, such as existing single-family homes, townhouses, condominiums , etc. What is a new construction home?

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HUD announces final rule to protect against flood risk

Housing Wire

Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced Monday that it published a final rule, the Federal Flood Risk Management Standard (FFRMS), in the Federal Register. Growing impact of flooding, natural disasters As flooding and other extreme weather events have impacted more people across the U.S.