Housing Industry News
A collection of Housing latest news, analysis and best practices from top business influencers and the world's most trustworthy sources.
US housing market: Predictions for new construction levels in 2026
New housing starts were low at the end of 2025, according to the latest New Residential Construction report released Wednesday by the Census Bureau, signaling continued weakness in the U.S. housing market. At a seasonally adjusted annual rate of…
Toll Brothers Misses Orders Estimates Amid Slow Housing Market
Toll Brothers Inc. fell short of analysts' estimates for quarterly orders, signaling that fewer people are signing contracts to build homes as high prices and economic uncertainty hold some buyers back. The luxury home builder said Tuesday that it…
Mirvac rides pick-up in housing market, raises dividend
Follow our live coverage of the February 2026 ASX reporting season Property company Mirvac increased revenue from its residential developments as housing prices rose, and it sold a stake in its Harbourside development in central Sydney, helping…
On the right path': Housing market offers glimmers of hope, some analysts say
A thaw in the housing market may deliver relief for homebuyers left out in the cold over recent years, analysts told ABC News. After the pandemic, a rapid rise in home prices coincided with stubbornly high mortgage rates, shutting out potential…
Grape growers want to rezone land for housing to exit industry in crisis
Vines are being left to die across the Riverland as growers look to rezone and subdivide their properties for residential housing. The South Australian government anticipates almost 14,000 homes will need to be built in the next 25 years across the…
AI Threatens Staffing Industry as Companies Bring Recruitment In-House
Artificial intelligence may soon automate much of the work of matching candidates with employers, reducing the need to engage the services of recruiters. Advances in AI are allowing employers to screen resumes, rank applicants and conduct…
Man dies after 'industrial incident' on new build housing estate
A man has been killed in an industrial accident while at work on a new-build housing estate. The incident occurred just after 11am on Tuesday, Norfolk Police said, with officers responding to a call at the site. Emergency services declared the man…
The insurance challenge builders face in the 2026 spring housing market
The outlook for new home construction and purchases appears brighter going into 2026. After contracting last year, housing stats are forecast to rise 3% this year. A few favorable factors are lining up to boost buyer demand. Affordability is…
Man dies in 'industrial incident' on housing estate as probe launched
A MAN has died following an industrial incident while working at a new-build housing estate. Officers from Norfolk Police responded to reports of an incident just after 11am on Tuesday. Your info will be used in accordance with our Privacy Policy…
The House of Lords's cosplay democracy
The clock inside the Moses Room had malfunctioned, but even in the House of Lords, where time oozes wearily along the corridors, a defective instrument may tell the right time twice a day. And so, when Lord Sikka rose to speak on the matter of…
Housing plans for Hinkley Point C workers are scrapped
Clara Bullock and Dan Ayers, Somerset Plans to build a campus to house 1,000 Hinkley Point C workers have been scrapped. The proposals for temporary accommodation next to the M5 near Huntworth in Somerset are not going ahead because there are fewer…
Housing plans for Hinkley Point C workers are scrapped
Plans to build a campus to house 1,000 Hinkley Point C workers have been scrapped. The proposals for temporary accommodation next to the M5 near Huntworth in Somerset are not going ahead because there are fewer workers than anticipated, said EDF…
Poundland founder's £10m mansion leaves woman in tears on Rich House, Poor House
In a new episode of Channel 5's Rich House, Poor House, one family get to live in the luxurious Ludstone Hall, owned by Poundland founder, Steve Smith. Steve and his son Joe are swapping lives with Kelly, John and their five children who live 29…
London house prices fall with buyers cautious and affordability stretched
Sign up for your inside guide to buying, renting and decorating in London from our award-winning experts I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice. The average UK house price increased…
Colorado Democrats Push to Rip Up 2028 House Map for an Extra Edge
A group allied with Colorado Democrats is beginning a drive to tear up the state's House map for the 2028 and 2030 elections and hand the party more seats, in a sign that the nation's gerrymandering wars are likely to go on for years. A ballot…
Receive a Daily briefing on Housing Industry News
Get Started