In-Depth – Page 6

Growing by Leaps & Bounds

Build My Future celebrates five years. When the Home Builders Association of Greater Des Moines took the leap to host the first Build My Future event in Des Moines in 2019, organizers hoped they’d eventually [READ MORE]

Homeowners Spend More on Renovations Despite Slight Dip in Activity

Gen Xers increase activity while narrowly exceeding Baby Boomers in median spend. Renovation spend has surged in the last three years, as median spend* increased 60% from $15,000 in 2020 to $24,000 in 2023, according [READ MORE]

Planning for Good Times

Builder Developer Luncheon offers reasons to celebrate. Early last month, Peoples Company hosted its much anticipated 17th Annual Builder Developer Luncheon in West Des Moines. The event was well attended, as always, and packed with [READ MORE]

Out with the Old In With the New

Zillow data identifies six emerging home trends, and three features heading out of style. Get ready, #hometok. Zillow is unveiling its data-driven predictions for the features and design elements poised to transform homes and dominate [READ MORE]

City of Des Moines Implements Changes for Home Builders

Updates to the permitting and inspection process for new homes/ residential projects. The City of Des Moines thanks local home builders and developers for choosing to build a project in the city. Your work is [READ MORE]