Housing affordability isn’t going to be solved through political pressure or sound bites. It’s a cost problem — and until we address what it actually costs to build, prices aren’t coming down.The Political OpticsThe latest round of calls from President Trump and FHFA...
The New Tariff LandscapeRecent policy moves have sent shockwaves through the building and real estate world:The U.S. government has imposed a 10% tariff on lumber imports and 25% tariffs on kitchen cabinets, bathroom vanities, and upholstered furniture, citing...
In the first half of 2025, nearly all U.S. GDP growth came from one place—data centers. According to Harvard economist Jason Furman, investment in AI and data infrastructure accounted for a staggering 92% of GDP growth, even though the sector represents only about 4%...
Because the real story isn’t fewer listings—it’s the same old labor crunch.You might’ve seen the headline: the construction industry lost 115,000 job openings in August, one of the sharpest monthly drops in recent memory. But if you’re actually building, bidding, or...
Why this one could hit harder than the rest.Government shutdowns have become a frustrating feature of U.S. politics. They create headlines, furlough workers, delay paychecks — and then, eventually, the lights come back on. Most of the time, the damage is short-lived....
How real estate investors can stay ahead when federal data goes offlineIn today’s commercial real estate environment, reliable data has become a strategic asset — and lately, one that’s not guaranteed.This morning’s federal government shutdown froze the release of key...
