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New homes are being built despite familiar challenges

  • David Brancaccio
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    Both labor and lumber are in short supply when it comes to building new homes. Tim Boyle/Getty Images

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    Labor shortage and building material costs still hammering the new home market

    by Amanda Peacher Jul 20, 2021
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