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NAHB Request Prompts Extended COVID-19 Relief From IRS

Pro Builder

NAHB Request Prompts Extended COVID-19 Relief From IRS. A recent announcement by the IRS offers extended relief from some residential housing requirements. On January 11, the IRS released Notice 2022-05 , which grants extensions for COVID-19 relief and addresses additional support to be allocated post-pandemic.

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Rising Lumber Cost Pushes New Home Prices Up $14,000

Pro Builder

Softwood lumber is also an input into certain manufactured products that are subsequently used in residential construction. Census Bureau’s Annual Wholesale Trade Tables, to better reflect the price builders pay. These products are typically marked up by the manufacturer before being sold to a lumber yard or other intermediary. Construction.

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Effects of acoustical ceiling panel type: Vertical sound isolation

Construction Specifier

The information that does exist is mostly for multifamily residential buildings with wood framing/flooring and gypsum board ceilings. There is far less information and test data about the noise isolation performance of floor-ceiling assemblies compared to partitions.

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When to Capitalize Construction Loan Interest

Building Radar

However, the IRS and financial guidelines regulate how and when interest can be capitalized, making it essential to understand the proper timing and qualifications. Projects like residential subdivisions, commercial buildings, and infrastructure developments can benefit from capitalizing interest to manage costs effectively.

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Roofing Products: Asphalt Is Tops, But Metal Grows in Popularity

Pro Builder

Last year, the Metal Roofing Alliance ( MRA ) announced that metal roofing is the second most popular type of residential roofing in the U.S. But in recent years, asphalt has seen its dominance challenged ever so slightly, as the popularity of metal roofing continues to grow. According to the Longview, Wash.-based

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Home Energy Credits Still Available for 2011

Green Home Design Architect

IRS Tax Tips: There is still time this year to make energy-saving and green-energy home improvements and qualify for either of two home energy credits. The credit can also be claimed for the cost of residential energy property, including labor costs for installation. The cost of installing these items does not count. •

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Dave Holdorf Joins Taco's Training Team | Management content.

Contractor Magazine

Residential Plumbing. IR Cameras. Holdorf will work closely with John Barba, Taco’s residential training and trade programs manager, while also helping to extend the reach of the firm’s training effort. Plumbing Commercial Plumbing. Plumbing Contractor. Wastewater. Piping Fire Sprinklers. Pipefitting. Remodeling.