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4 days ago | builderonline.com | Steve Ladurantaye

The price gap between a new or existing home is closing, according to the National Association of Home Builders. During the first quarter, the median sales price of a new home was only $14,600 more than an existing home. “There are several reasons why new and existing homes are selling at similar price points,” the […]

6 days ago | builderonline.com | Vincent Salandro

Drees Homes has tapped industry veteran Randy Mickle to oversee the builder’s Southeast region. Mickle will replace Dave Hausefield, who is retiring after nearly 25 years with Drees Homes. Mickle’s appointment as Southeast regional president comes at an important time for the No. 39 company on the 2025 Builder 100 list. As Drees Homes approaches its 100th business anniversary in 2028, it is targeting 300 annual closings in each of its divisions.

6 days ago | builderonline.com | Symone Strong

Brookfield Residential announced a new joint venture with Trez Capital to develop a master-planned community (MPC) in Central Florida. The two organizations will combine their expertise in land development and capital deployment to deliver a MPC named Osprey Creek, offering over 900 residential lots. “This collaboration with Trez Capital underscores our commitment to expanding our footprint in key markets like Central Florida,” says Adrian Foley, president and CEO of Brookfield Residential.

1 week ago | builderonline.com | Leah Draffen

The Pacific Coast Builders Conference (PCBC) looks much different than it did in 1959. From a small educational conference, it has evolved into a four-day experience featuring high-level offerings, exhibits, award ceremonies, and product launches. PCBC 2025, which is in partnership with California Building Industry Association (CBIA) and the Leading Builders of America (LBA), is not only moving the home building industry forward this year—but the event itself.

2 weeks ago | builderonline.com | Symone Strong

With the warmer summer months quickly approaching, a fresh wave of home design trends is making its way into the spotlight, blending comfort, creativity, and a strong connection to the outdoors. The 2025 U.S. Houzz Emerging Summer Trends Report identified eight themes based on the latest search insights from its community of users. Check out what's heating up in homes this summer below. 1. Color SchemesHomeowners are leaning into color, with searches for “color drenching” up 325%.