John McManus

John McManus

President and Founder

John McManus, founder and president of The Builder’s Daily, is an award-winning editorial, programming, and digital content strategist. TBD's purpose is a community capable of constant improvement.

Builder Confidence Rises, But Economic Storm Clouds Hover

Leadership

Builder Confidence Rises, But Economic Storm Clouds Hover

Optimism for 2025 grows, but affordability, rising insurance costs, and volatile market signals demand sharper focus. Stay closer than ever to your customer.

The Impact of Natural Disasters On New-Home Affordability

Leadership

The Impact of Natural Disasters On New-Home Affordability

Just as mortgage rates show their first glimmers of relief in the weeks and months ahead, natural disasters rear up as a daunting new roadblock to home affordability

Together with

Westwood Insurance Agency

Why Renting Is No Longer 2nd Choice For Many Americans

Land

Why Renting Is No Longer 2nd Choice For Many Americans

Shifting preferences, flexible lifestyles, and a post-Fed economic landscape are reshaping the American Dream, ... and the housing market for both renters and homebuilders.

Together with

McGuinn Homes

Now Is No Time To Deplete U.S. Housing's Frontline Workforce

Policy

Now Is No Time To Deplete U.S. Housing's Frontline Workforce

The Looming Threat to Home Construction: How a Mass Deportation Could Paralyze the U.S. Housing Market

Strategic Limbo: Uncertainty Amid Mounting Challenges

Leadership

Strategic Limbo: Uncertainty Amid Mounting Challenges

With rising costs, labor shortages, and commission disruptions, homebuilders must find innovative ways to stay ahead amid ongoing market challenges.

Builder Confidence Rises, But Economic Storm Clouds Hover

Leadership

Builder Confidence Rises, But Economic Storm Clouds Hover

Optimism for 2025 grows, but affordability, rising insurance costs, and volatile market signals demand sharper focus. Stay closer than ever to your customer.

The Impact of Natural Disasters On New-Home Affordability

Leadership

The Impact of Natural Disasters On New-Home Affordability

Just as mortgage rates show their first glimmers of relief in the weeks and months ahead, natural disasters rear up as a daunting new roadblock to home affordability

Together with

Westwood Insurance Agency

Why Renting Is No Longer 2nd Choice For Many Americans

Land

Why Renting Is No Longer 2nd Choice For Many Americans

Shifting preferences, flexible lifestyles, and a post-Fed economic landscape are reshaping the American Dream, ... and the housing market for both renters and homebuilders.

Together with

McGuinn Homes

Now Is No Time To Deplete U.S. Housing's Frontline Workforce

Policy

Now Is No Time To Deplete U.S. Housing's Frontline Workforce

The Looming Threat to Home Construction: How a Mass Deportation Could Paralyze the U.S. Housing Market

Strategic Limbo: Uncertainty Amid Mounting Challenges

Leadership

Strategic Limbo: Uncertainty Amid Mounting Challenges

With rising costs, labor shortages, and commission disruptions, homebuilders must find innovative ways to stay ahead amid ongoing market challenges.