The Builder's Daily (Page 4)

Wisconsin’s Housing Progress Faces A Bipartisan Breakdown

After a rare bipartisan win in 2023, Wisconsin lawmakers are back with a new round of housing reform. But political divisions are slowing momentum on proposals aimed at easing affordability and expanding middle-market housing supply.

Technology

AI Isn’t Optional: Marc Minor’s Call To Homebuilding Leaders

At The Builder’s Daily Focus on Excellence Summit, Higharc CEO Marc Minor urged homebuilding executives to do two hard things at once: run lean—and build the muscles for continuous innovation through AI.

Products

Ken Pinto: Negotiate Processes, Not Just Prices As Volatility Reigns

In a topsy-turvy materials market, cost control is about more than chasing discounts. Ken Pinto explains why smarter process negotiations—not temporary price breaks—create lasting advantages for builders navigating uncertainty.

Leadership

Homebuilders Face The Long “Muddle-Through” Economy

Moody’s Analytics Deputy Chief Economist Cristian deRitis kicked off Focus On Excellence in Denver with a clear-eyed view of a cooling—but not collapsing—economy. His message for homebuilding leaders: plan for a grind, not a rebound, as 2026–2030 take shape.

Land

Millrose Q3 Outperforms On Tech, Discipline & Land‑Light Strategy

As many builders pull back, Millrose Properties leverages data‑driven underwriting and select partnerships to bank growth despite a softening market.