Avoid these common mistakes around software implementation
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Software itself is rarely the problem — it’s how you implement it that makes all the difference, according to a construction accounting consultant.
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Home Prices Grew by 0.5% in September
The Pro Builder
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Housing prices continued their steady growth in September. According to housing market platform Redfin, U.S. home prices increased by 0.5% from August to September—the fastest month-over-month growth recorded since April and the third straight month of increases. However, when looking at a year-over-year basis, growth slowed to 6%, the lowest since December.Thirteen of the 50 most populous U.S. metro areas recorded a seasonally adjusted drop in home prices in September, month over month.
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