Lennar’s 12.9% Incentives Show the Cost of Moving New Homes
Lennar delivered 20,519 homes with incentives at 12.9% of price — about $48,000 a home — while trimming 2026 guidance. What it says about new construction.
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Build-to-Rent Housing in 2026: Why Developers Are Chasing Renters
Build-to-rent communities offer single-family space without a mortgage. Why developers are betting on long-term renters.
Spec Homes Explained: Why Builders Discount Completed Inventory
Spec homes are move-in-ready or nearly finished builder homes. Here’s why builders may discount completed inventory.
Housing Starts in 2026: Why Construction Pullbacks Matter for Future Supply
Housing starts fell in May 2026. Here’s why construction pullbacks matter for future housing supply, buyers, builders and prices.
Builder Incentives Explained: Rate Buydowns, Credits and Upgrade Packages
Builder incentives can lower costs, but buyers need to compare rate buydowns, closing credits, upgrades and total price carefully.
New Construction in 2026: Builder Confidence Slips, Housing Starts Drop, and Incentives Spread
Housing starts fell, builder confidence slipped, and incentives spread. Here’s what new construction buyers and sellers should watch in 2026.