Sentences with phrase «with lumber prices»

With lumber prices skyrocketing, skilled labor in short supply and new limits on state and local tax deductions already raising the effective cost of homeownership, a rise in short - term interest rates will force even more potential buyers to the sidelines.

Not exact matches

Contractors are already grappling with higher prices on key materials for construction projects like diesel fuel, steel, copper, wallboard, and lumber, said Ken Simonson, chief economist for the Association of General Contractors, a lobbying group with about 26,000 members which also includes suppliers.

«Given that home builders are already grappling with 20 percent tariffs on Canadian softwood lumber and that the price of lumber and other key building materials are near record highs, this announcement by the president could not have come at a worse time.

Howard urged Ross to work with his Canadian counterparts to craft an equitable long - term solution to the trade dispute that would ensure an adequate supply of lumber to the U.S. marketplace at a reasonable price.

Thanks to the Giulia's high purchase price and 189g / km CO2 emissions, you'll also be lumbered with an # 800 first year car tax rate, and # 450 annual VED charges for the following four years.

At the same time, U.S. trade officials have started arguments with several of the country's largest trading partners, driving up prices for materials like lumber and steel.

Although builders are struggling with shortages of labor and lots, as well as higher lumber prices, market conditions on balance remain favorable, and we expect solid growth in the 55 - plus housing sector.»

Not too impressed with their lumber - I buy mine at the local small - town supplier & it is bee - yoo - ti - ful, same price.

«Rising material prices, particularly lumber, along with chronic shortages of buildable lots and skilled labor are putting upward pressure on home prices and impeding a more robust housing recovery.»