Category: Tech
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Is 3D Printing the Future of Construction? Starbucks Thinks So
The future of construction might be arriving faster than most of us expected—and it’s being printed, not built. Starbucks recently opened a 3D-printed, drive-through-only store in Brownsville, Texas, marking one of the most visible uses of additive manufacturing in the commercial retail sector to date. At 1,400 square feet, the structure was constructed using a…
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The Heartland Is Heating Up: Migration Trends Are Driving a Housing Surge Across Middle America
For decades, the U.S. heartland was branded as “flyover country”—a quiet backdrop to the coastal power centers of New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. But that narrative is rapidly shifting. Post-pandemic migration patterns have sparked a resurgence in the heartland, triggering population growth, economic expansion, and a steep rise in home prices in key…
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AI-Powered Robotics Reshaping Home Construction: What It Means for Real Estate Developers and Investors
PulteGroup Pilots Hadrian X, a Robot That Constructs Structural Walls in a Single Day The real estate development landscape is shifting, and technology is leading the way. One of the nation’s largest homebuilders, PulteGroup, recently unveiled its latest foray into AI-driven robotic construction with the successful pilot of the Hadrian X system—an advanced automation tool…
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Tariffs and the Markets: Navigating Volatility with a Steady Hand
The financial markets are like a grand symphony, where every note—from corporate earnings announcements to economic indicators and the unpredictable drumbeats of geopolitical events—plays a crucial role in the overall melody. Among these influences, tariffs often strike a discordant chord, sending ripples of uncertainty through the markets and prompting investors to rethink their strategies. While…
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Can a New Owner Save TikTok from Its US Ban?
As of January 20, 2025, TikTok’s status in the United States remains in flux. The popular video-sharing app, with over 170 million American users, faced a nationwide ban after the U.S. Supreme Court upheld a law mandating its parent company, ByteDance, to divest its U.S. operations by January 19, 2025. Failure to do so resulted…
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What Are the Odds of an Interest Rate Hike in 2025?
As we enter 2025, interest rate speculation is on everyone’s mind—especially for those of us in real estate development and investment. While current forecasts lean toward stability or minor cuts, it’s crucial to recognize that circumstances could change, and the Federal Reserve may be forced to raise rates again, even if it seems unlikely today.…
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Affordable Housing Fix: Living on Top of a Costco
The U.S. housing crisis has long demanded innovative solutions, and Thrive Living is stepping up with a bold new model. By blending affordable housing with retail, their upcoming Los Angeles development in Baldwin Village offers a potential blueprint for addressing housing shortages in urban markets. This $425 million project will house 800 residential units—184 of…
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The Future of Homebuilding: What Sekisui House’s Expansion Means for U.S. Real Estate Professionals
The U.S. real estate landscape is witnessing a new player making quiet but powerful moves. Sekisui House, one of Japan’s premier homebuilders, has become the fifth-largest homebuilder in America after acquiring MDC Holdings—better known as Richmond American Homes—for $5 billion in early 2024. But what does this mean for real estate professionals and families alike?…
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How Treasure Island Became a Blueprint for Mixed-Income Housing in San Francisco
San Francisco is a city of contrasts—iconic skylines and staggering housing costs, innovation hubs and the struggle for affordability. Amid this backdrop, an ambitious project is taking shape on an artificial island in the Bay, offering a glimpse into what the future of urban housing could look like. Treasure Island, originally built 90 years ago…
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Trump Tariffs Could Disrupt Construction: What Builders, Developers, and Investors Need to Know
As the real estate and construction industries gear up for 2025, a potential policy shift could send ripples through the market: President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs. These sweeping measures, aimed at goods from countries like China, could drive up costs for key construction materials, disrupt project timelines, and strain budgets. For commercial builders, developers, and…
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