Each Monday, we'll let you know what's coming in the week ahead, including important residential and commercial report releases, as well as our feature articles.
CoreLogic Home Price Index — Dec. 6
Home values have doubled in the last five years, and they continue to increase. Prices in the U.S. rose 1.1% from September to August 2016 and were up 6.3% year-over-year, according to the most recent CoreLogic Home Price Index. Some industry observers have forecast a tapering in home-price increases into the new year. On Tuesday, Dec. 6, CoreLogic will release its HPI for October, which could give some insight into what's ahead for 2017.
Housing under Trump feature article — Dec. 6
So far, President-elect Donald Trump has been light on details regarding how his administration will address housing policy. Nonethe less,the industry has been rife with speculation as to the probable effect. In our feature article on Tuesday, Dec. 6, we'll report back from our conversations with builders and analysts about what to expect in the next four years.
"The Dotted Line" series: Third-party resolutions — Dec. 6
Our monthly series, "The Dotted Line," explores the intricacies of construction contracts from guaranteed maximum price to construction bonding to design-build.
On Tuesday, Dec. 6, the next installment in our series will look at conflicts that require a third-party to resolve. Many construction conflicts can be worked out on the job, but sometimes the two sides can reach an impasse, and the issue must be decided by a third party. We'll explore the ins and outs of mediation, arbitration and litigation, as well as which dispute resolution causes are nonstarters and how the contract decides it all.
Construction client gifts feature article — Dec . 7
Forget the poinsettias and fruit baskets. These gifts bring holiday cheer, end of year gratitude and something your clients will actually enjoy. In our feature article on Wednesday, Dec. 7, we'll share our picks for revamping your corporate gift-giving.
Construction professional gifts feature article — Dec. 8
If the colder weather and Christmas songs didn't tip you off, holiday season is officially here. In our feature article on Thursday, Dec. 8, we'll offer up suggestions for holiday gifts for all the construction professionals on your list.
