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Jul 20, 2021

New homes are being built despite familiar challenges

We also talk markets with Michael Hewson and discuss stiffer penalties for hospitals who still don’t publish what they charge.

Both labor and lumber are in short supply when it comes to building new homes. — Both labor and lumber are in short supply when it comes to building new homes.
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Labor shortage and building material costs still hammering the new home market
by Amanda Peacher
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A look at the factors influencing home construction.

The Team

David Brancaccio Host
Victoria Craig Host, BBC
Stephen Ryan Senior Producer, BBC
Jonathan Frewin Producer, BBC
Daniel Shin Producer
Jay Siebold Technical Director
Meredith Garretson Morbey Senior Producer
Alex Schroeder Producer
Erika Soderstrom Producer
Rose Conlon Producer
Redmond Carolipio Digital Producer
Brian Allison Technical Director