The declining construction workforce has many causes, but the crux of the problem is that too few people have been attracted to the industry to sufficiently replace the older workers who are retiring in greater numbers. Beginning long before the “Great Resignation”...
Pittsburgh is more than welcoming to young professionals seeking remote career opportunities. With major employers like PNC and US Steel, it makes sense that Pittsburgh is one of the best U.S. cities for jobs and a cost of living well below the national average. ...
It is basic Economics 101 stuff. When the housing market gets tight, when there are not enough existing homes on the market to meet the demand of buyers, new construction takes off. For the past few years, and especially since the pandemic began, the housing market...
Throughout 2021, communities in the northern sector of Pittsburgh and beyond enjoyed growing popularity with many of its townships garnering accolades such as “2021 Best Suburbs to Live in the Pittsburgh Area”, a report prepared by Niche.com. It would appear that...
Low maintenance living is increasingly popular today in many markets, including, and perhaps especially, in Western Pennsylvania, in part due to the increased presence of an older demographic. In response to a growing demand among the empty nester and retiree set,...
Mulling over higher interest rates, lower home inventories and skyrocketing price increases, what’s a potential home buyer to do? With the summer home buying season in full swing, national, regional and local experts weigh in on the housing market and mortgage rates,...
