The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate hit a whopping 7.23% in August, an eye-watering number for anyone looking to buy a house. And many prospective homebuyers have decided that if they have to pay ...

Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or want to upgrade from your current house, you may be weighing whether to buy an existing home or build a new one. Many factors influence this decision, from ...

If you need to borrow money to buy a home that's already on the market, you can usually depend on a mortgage to help. But what happens if you need a loan for a house that only exists in your mind?

When the time comes for a small-business owner to purchase their own commercial building, one of the first questions is: Should we build from the ground up or simply buy and renovate? Here are a few ...

This is your first of three free stories this month. Become a free or sustaining member to read unlimited articles, webinars and ebooks. When Minneapolis’ housing authority put out a request to build ...

Upward mobility is part and parcel of a career in the construction industry, but not everyone is aware of this. “Building a career in construction is a smart choice,” explains Jennifer Boezwinkle, ...

Earlier this year, California announced new water restrictions to ensure it had enough supply to make it through the year. Wildfires are burning through forests so fast they reach suburban homes.

Home construction loans are generally tougher to qualify for than traditional mortgages. These loans typically require a 20% down payment and a strong credit score. They also have higher interest ...

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For many fire departments in small towns and rural areas, the construction of a new station is a rare experience. It is an opportunity to organize the station to fit the way they operate and it may ...