Hiding in Plain Sight?

As the housing industry strives to meet demand, a shortage of labor is a perpetual problem. Recruiting, training, and hiring more women could help; they represent a minority of the workforce in many housing-related sectors, including building supply dealers and specialty trade contractors.

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7 Strategies for Building and Selling Smart Homes

Buyers want tech in their new houses. You need an efficient home production process. Here are ideas on how to achieve both.

WiFi, smart thermostats, and more are just some of the technology that home buyers expect when purchasing a new home. Photo by Aditya Singh from Pexels

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17 Pieces of Real-World Career Advice From Women in Construction

Women who are building houses, launching prefab startups, evaluating energy loads, running jobsites, and more share their best tips for women who want to succeed in construction.