Strong growth for housing starts predicted for 2020
Single-family starts should continue on a gradual, upward trajectory in 2020, fueled by solid job growth and low mortgage rates that will keep demand firm.
Remodeling market closed out 2019 on a high note
The RMI has been consistently above 50—indicating that more remodelers report market activity is higher compared to the prior quarter.
NLBMDA releases 2020 National Policy Agenda
The agenda outlines policy priorities for the LBM industry that seek to boost the housing and construction industry and support continued job creation across the U.S. economy.
ABC Supply acquires Midwest Wholesale Materials
Founded in 1960, Midwest Wholesale Materials has a single location in Madison, Wisconsin.
LMC dealers team up at Wharton School of Business
For the sixth year, LMC has partnered with the Wharton school to offer a concentrated management program.
Housing starts finish 2019 strong
The December reading of 1.61 million starts is a 13-year high.
Competing on Convenience: How to Win the Retail Race
The word “convenience” is fast becoming an important part of the customer experience and something that our industry can leverage to better compete with large, big box retailers.
NAWLA announces the 2020 John J. Mulrooney Award recipient
John J. Mulrooney was a career lumber wholesaler who later served as NAWLA’s chief executive for nearly 20 years.
NLBMDA applauds Congress for ratifying the USMCA
With some additional minor procedural action, the agreement should take effect later this year.
Fortress Building Products adds e-commerce retail director
Coffee brings more than 25 years of retail and e-commerce experience to the role.