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Lumber prices fall fast, but building costs remain high

Lumber prices have dropped like a stone in recent weeks following months of record highs, but builders are still waiting…

1 year ago

High lumber prices weigh on home builder confidence

Home builder sentiment has fallen to its lowest level since August 2020 due to rising construction costs pushing new home…

1 year ago

Lawmakers push for action on high lumber prices

Home builders say that the affordability of new homes will rest on the government’s ability to help reduce the cost…

2 years ago

Builders take drastic measures to deal with rising lumber costs

Home builders say they have adopted a range of tactics to try and protect themselves from the rising cost of…

2 years ago

Lumber prices rise again, impacting home affordability

Lumber prices hit another record high last week, with the price having risen now by more than 170% in the…

2 years ago

Builders say cheaper lumber could relieve rising home prices

The cost of new homes has been steadily climbing due to rising lumber prices, but a new report says that…

2 years ago

Rising lumber costs add $14K to the price of new homes

The average price of a new single-family home has risen by 14% due to a spike in the price of…

2 years ago