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Why More Buyers Are Choosing New Homes in 2025

More homebuyers are turning to new construction over resale. Discover the top reasons - from customization and energy efficiency to comm...

By Vincent S. | May 29, 2025

Lennar and Dandelion Energy Bring Geothermal Energy To New Homes

Lennar and Dandelion Energy are teaming up to bring geothermal energy through heat pumps to a community of newly built homes in Littleto...

By James K. | May 29, 2025

5 Ways Home Decor Trends Waste Money

Trends shape how you design and decorate your home, but how do you know which ones you’ll be happy with in the long run, and which ones ...

By Heather W. | May 29, 2025

What is Transitional Interior Design?

Transitional interior design offers pleasant coastal vibes, and the freedom to combine favorites from traditional and contemporary style...

By Heather W. | May 27, 2025

Public Builders Now Dominate New-Home Sales - Here’s What That Means for You

Discover why the builder behind your new home matters. Learn the key differences between public and private home builders and how they i...

By Vincent S. | May 23, 2025

Fur-ward Thinking: Builders Embrace Pet-Friendly Living

Architects and home builders aren’t just building for humans anymore – they are taking household pets into account when imagining the pe...

By Heather W. | May 23, 2025

Baby Boomers Reshape Housing Market With Downsizing Decisions

Baby Boomers reshape housing market by modifying homes instead of downsizing due to low mortgage rates. Those who do sell prefer single-...

By Michael L. | May 19, 2025

Tariffs and the New Home Market: What Homebuyers Should Watch For in 2025

New tariffs could raise new home prices by $5,000–$10,000, with builders warning of higher costs and shifting demand. Learn how tariffs ...

By Vincent S. | May 16, 2025

'Zoom Towns' Where Are They Now?

Former "Zoom towns" have matured as remote work stabilizes. Small-footprint housing is growing in markets like Bend, Oregon, where price...

By Michael L. | May 16, 2025

BUILDER Online’s Top Home Builders of 2025: What It Means for Homebuyers

Discover the top U.S. home builders of 2025 and what their growth means for today’s homebuyers. From Dream Finders to D.R. Horton, see w...

By Jamie G. | May 14, 2025

4 Hot Housing Markets in Spring 2025 - and Where Starts are Cooling

U.S. housing starts showed mixed results in Q1 2025, with Texas markets leading the way and builder sentiment flashing warning signs ami...

By Christine W. | May 14, 2025

Inside the 2025 Smart Home: 5 Ways AI and Automation are Changing Our Homes

Smart home technology is transforming everyday living with AI-powered appliances, energy-saving systems, and integrated security. Discov...

By Carmen C. | May 14, 2025

The Future of Co-Living: A Q&A with One Shared House Documentarian Irene Pereyra

Explore the future of co-living with Irene Pereyra, creator of the documentary One Shared House. Discover how design, affordability, and...

By Michael L. | May 12, 2025

The Gen Z + Millennial Dream Home: 5 Things Younger Homebuyers Want

Gen Z and Millennial buyers want affordable, flexible, and sustainable homes in vibrant, job-rich cities—reshaping real estate in 2025 a...

By Carmen C. | May 8, 2025

Home Saunas Are The Next Big Thing

With health and wellness perks and spa vibes, home saunas are quickly becoming the next big thing in home design, and are more affordabl...

By Heather W. | May 6, 2025

How the Resale Market Can Help You Score a Better Deal on a New Home

Understanding resale inventory trends can give new-home buyers a competitive edge in today’s market. Learn how regional differences in r...

By Vincent S. | May 2, 2025

How Dopamine Decor Makes You Happy

Dopamine decor is a feel-good design style influenced by nostalgia, color psychology and tactile experience. Decor choices combine to tr...

By Heather W. | May 1, 2025

Here's How DOGE's Proposed Budget Cuts Could Affect The U.S. Housing Market

Learn how DOGE's proposed federal job cuts could transform housing markets, especially in Washington D.C. Discover what potential layoff...

By Michael L. | Apr. 30, 2025

Home Prices, Interest Rates, and Inventory: 3 Key Trends for 2025 Buyers

Homebuyers in 2025 may benefit from stabilizing interest rates, rising inventory, and seller flexibility yet affordability and economic ...

By Carmen C. | Apr. 30, 2025

5 Questions to Ask Before Going Fully Solar-Powered

A new study reveals solar power boosts energy resilience in summer and underperforms in winter. Experts say a hybrid energy system combi...

By John E. | Apr. 30, 2025