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New home sales hold steady in September
According to the New Residential Construction Report from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau, sales of new single-family houses hold strong at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 676,000 in September 2026. This is a minor 0.6% decline from a bright August report and a 5.3% year-over-year dip. The median sales price recorded at $400,400, up 3.9% month-to-month…
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Fed holds benchmark rate
On Oct. 28, 2026, the Federal Reserve held its benchmark interest rate target range at 3.75%–4.00%. In a 10-2 vote, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) maintained a restrictive policy stance. Inflation remains elevated above the Fed's 2% target. The Fed signaled it will wait for additional economic data before making further rate adjustments…
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Lennar eyes new mall-to-mixed-use redevelopment in Florida
Lennar, one of the nation's largest homebuilders, is planning to purchase the Boynton Beach Mall. The mall is currently scheduled to close in early 2027 and sits on 91 acres in Boynton Beach, Fla. The builder intends to transform the space with townhomes and mixed-use opportunities. The market in South Florida is green for new developments, with Boynton Beach a particularly strong market…
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Mortgage rates ease to 7.32%
According to Freddie Mac's recent Primary Mortgage Market Survey released on Oct. 22, 2026, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 7.32%. "The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage declined this week, offering some relief to prospective homebuyers,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac's Chief Economist. The current FRM is down from last week's average of 7.40%. A year ago at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.19%. The 15-year FRM averaged 6.68%, down from the previous week…
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Tri Pointe Homes acquires 40 acres in Arizona for $20 million
Tri Pointe Homes acquired roughly 40 acres in East Mesa, Ariz., for $20 million. This deal expands the builder's offerings in the area with plans for a new gated community, Ascension. Ascension is expected to include 46 single-family homes across four distinct designs, ranging from 4,304 to 5,137 square feet. Land development is slated for Q4 2026, with sales expected to launch in Q1 2028…
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NKBA announces Thirty Under 30 Class of 2027
The National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) announced its Thirty Under 30 Class of 2027. This recognition celebrates exceptional young leaders whose passion, vision and creativity are shaping the future of the kitchen and bath industry. The Thirty Under 30 Class of 2027 will be officially honored at KBIS from February 2 to 4 in Las Vegas…
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Housing market outperforms expectations
According to a report from Realtor.com, new home sales performed better than expected in September, as homebuilders increasingly used incentives to entice hesitant homebuyers. According to the U.S. Census Bureau and the Department of Housing and Urban Development, contract signings for new-construction properties reached a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 676,000 in September. This is 0.6% below August's figure and down 5.3% from a year earlier, but more than the 653,000 forecast…
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The True Foundation of a Successful Home
In an age of endless inspiration, it has never been easier to create a beautiful home. With thousands of images available at our fingertips, homeowners can assemble mood boards, save inspiration and recreate spaces from around the world with remarkable ease. Yet beauty alone does not create a meaningful home. Too often, what emerges is a collection of borrowed ideas; a home that reflects someone else's story and memories. While these spaces may be visually stunning…
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San Francisco mansion sells for $28.5 million, breaking records
A mansion in San Francisco sold for $28.5 million, $10 million above the home’s $18.5 million asking price, on Oct. 22, 2026. With eight bedrooms and seven bathrooms, the luxury residence was on the market for 20 days. The Cherry Street home is not the first big purchase we've seen from San Francisco's luxury housing market: A home at 2 Sixth Ave. sold for $15 million, with a listing price of $8 million. In May, a home in Cow Hollow at 2512 Union St. sold for $15 million after listing for $7.95 million…
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Tri Pointe Homes Blends Wellness and Elegance
Tri Pointe Homes’ LivingWell concept home asks how homes can support residents beyond the surface-level functions. Pavilions at Holladay Hills, the first iteration of the LivingWell concept unveiled to the public in March 2026. Planning for the new offering began in 2024. Tri Pointe Homes looked closely at how to evolve for the next generation of wellness-focused residential design…
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