Random Lengths Lumber Market Report
While lagging the pace of the February run, trading in framing lumber picked up, giving mills enough business to extend order files and raise prices. Trading in Southern Pine, a laggard in recent weeks compared to other species, kicked into a higher gear. Double-digit discounting seen in previous weeks dried up, as secondaries stepped in…
QUIZ: What’s Your Construction Safety IQ?
To test your general knowledge of major issues and some of the recent news about construction safety, we’ve put together this quick quiz. Take your best shot (and share with your colleagues for some friendly competition.) CLICK HERE
New Mortgage Downpayment Program Expands Homeownership Opportunities
Even as the housing market continues its slow and steady recovery, many potential buyers find that qualifying for a mortgage and saving for a downpayment remain high hurdles to homeownership. The good news is that while lenders are looking more closely at borrowers today than in recent years, there are options for purchasing your home…