Whatever Happened to the Interest Rate Cut?

Lots of people thought the Fed would have begun rate cuts by now. Will they still do so in 2024? The euphoria around the start of this year about the Federal Reserve cutting the prime rate, resulting in a subsequent drop in mortgage costs jumpstarting the new construction and overall housing market, has receded into […]

Home Builders Institute Opens Training Academy in NC

The new BuildStrong Academy created to address labor shortages in the construction sector has opened in Charlotte. The new training center offers carpentry and electrical training in an effort to create skilled construction field workers to address what the HBI calls a “critical” shortage that has caused delays, increased costs and stifled growth in the […]

Baltimore Harbor’s Shipping Channel Has Reopened: Now What?

With the ongoing clearing of the remains of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, the port is back in business…but far from back in business as usual. Baltimore harbor, a key piece of the global supply chain especially for some building materials, is now open with clearance completed on the main shipping channel. According to a […]

The Five Biggest Things That Worry the Construction Industry

A new report identifies the biggest concerns commercial general contractors and construction managers now have. Business sectors are always keeping their guard up against challenges they face and the construction trade is no different. A new study from QBE North America, the New York-based arm of the Australian insurance company, identifies five specific areas that […]

NAHB Joins Lawsuit Challenging New Overtime Rules

The builders group has joined other organizations opposing the Department of Labor’s changes in overtime rules. The National Association of Home Builders has joined a group that includes the Associated Builders and Contractors and the National Association of Wholesale Distributors in a suit filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas […]

Turbinex Newest Dust Removal System from Wirutex

The Italian company’s latest turbine will debut at the International Woodworking Fair this summer. Wirutex’s latest new product is designed for the removal and suction of the dust and chips generated during nesting and routing operations on CNC machines. The company says “dust is captured and conveyed towards the machine’s suction system (which) not only […]

The Timeless Artistry of Wood in Interior Design

Wood holds a special place in the world of interior design, offering a timeless charm and enduring allure that few materials can match. Whether it’s the sturdy elegance of oak or the refined beauty of walnut, wood furniture and cabinetry have long been celebrated for their capacity to infuse spaces with warmth, character, and sophistication. […]