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Build-to-Rent 101 for Home Builders

Renting is on the rise in the United States—and so are build-to-rent homes. Declining new home sales in 2023 has many builders looking at build-to-rent ...
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Build-to-Rent: Boom or Bust in Today’s Market?

When asked about eating at a popular restaurant, baseball great Yogi Berra said, “Nobody goes there anymore. It’s too crowded.” Housing economist Brad Hunter used ...
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Crazy 4 U: What Builders ‘Love’ About PWSC

Valentine’s Day has us feeling the love. While indulging on a few of the 8 billion conversation hearts produced every year with their unique sayings, ...
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10 Tips for Preventing Winter Home Maintenance Headaches

They say the best defense is a good offense. This certainly applies when it comes to home maintenance. The winter often blows in with some ...
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‘Home Alone’ Disasters Are No Match for HomePRO

‘Tis the season for mishaps, malfunctions, and mayhem, especially when it comes to home ownership! According to Travelers Insurance, homeowner insurance claims spike 7% between ...
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ECI’S Top New Home Operations Tips for 2023

Every year, one of our favorite partners, ECI, gathers advice from some of the best in the industry. Check out the tips for 2023, including ...
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Getting from ‘For Sale’ to ‘Sold!’: Home Warranties as a Sales Tool in a Down Market

When it comes to value versus cost, a home warranty represents one of the best sales strategies. Here’s why:
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Insurance-Backed Home Warranties: Trick or Treat?

If you’re looking for a good horror story this Halloween, the home warranty industry has plenty of them. Denied claims. Hidden fees. Bad service...
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PWSC’s Ultimate Guide to Maximizing Website Sales

...Today, the playing field has changed, and the competition is heating up for home builders. For more than half of all buyers, searching online marks ...
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Five Residential Construction Trends for 2022: A Mid-Year Review

Following a wild 2021 in the home building and real estate markets, PWSC assembled “Five Residential Construction Trends for 2022” to kick off the new ...
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Five Residential Construction Trends for 2024

A look at what’s changing, what is not, and how to prepare for both.