Newsletter Stories

• Recalibration of the Land and Housing Market
  The U.S. land and housing market is evolving through a period of recalibration, marked by slower population growth, shifting capital The post Recalibration of the Land and Housing Market appeared first on Builder and Developer Magazine.
• 5 Trends Shaping Land Use for 2026 and Beyond
  Many U.S. communities are grappling with outdated zoning and permitting rules that limit housing supply. To address this, local governments The post 5 Trends Shaping Land Use for 2026 and Beyond appeared first on Builder and Developer Magazine.
• Construction Marketing Trends to Watch in 2026
  In 2026, construction marketing is increasingly driven by video, with companies moving beyond generic messaging to create content tailored to The post Construction Marketing Trends to Watch in 2026 appeared first on Builder and Developer Magazine.
• California’s 2026 Housing Laws: What You Need to Know
  California’s 2025 legislative session brought sweeping housing reforms aimed at accelerating development and reducing barriers to construction. Key measures include The post California’s 2026 Housing Laws: What You Need to Know appeared first on Builder and Developer Magazine.
• The top construction technology news of 2025
  As 2025 wraps up, technology continues to reshape the construction industry, with innovations ranging from 3D printing and mass timber The post The top construction technology news of 2025 appeared first on Builder and Developer Magazine.
• Mortgage Rates Remain Near 2025 Lows
  Freddie Mac reports that mortgage rates in mid-December 2025 remain near their lowest levels of the year, offering modest relief The post Mortgage Rates Remain Near 2025 Lows appeared first on Builder and Developer Magazine.
• The recipe for a stronger housing market in 2026
  Housing affordability is expected to improve gradually as builders adopt more buyer-friendly strategies. Incentives such as mortgage rate buydowns, flexible The post The recipe for a stronger housing market in 2026 appeared first on Builder and Developer Magazine.
• The Housing Market’s Holiday Gift: A Loosening Lock-In Effect
  The housing market is showing early signs of life after a prolonged slowdown, with existing-home sales posting modest gains and The post The Housing Market’s Holiday Gift: A Loosening Lock-In Effect appeared first on Builder and Developer Magazine.
• Homeownership rate inches up
  According to the Census’s Housing Vacancy Survey (HVS) of Q3 2025, the latest homeownership rate rose up to 65.3%. However The post Homeownership rate inches up appeared first on Builder and Developer Magazine.
• Top and Bottom 10 Markets for House Price Appreciation
  Since early 2020, U.S. home prices have risen sharply, up nearly 55% nationwide through the third quarter of 2025, though The post Top and Bottom 10 Markets for House Price Appreciation appeared first on Builder and Developer Magazine.