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Where new construction is booming and what buyers should know
Summary by Laredo News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Rachel DePompa , as published by KGNS — Sitewide
· August 17, 2026
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Key points Research from ConsumerAffairs compared data on new construction and existing homes. New homes are being built at a rapid pace in certain areas.
New homes are being built at a rapid pace in certain areas. Research from ConsumerAffairs compared data on new construction and existing homes. This analysis covered many major cities across the country.
In some cities, the cost of a new home is comparable to or even lower than that of an existing one. The study looked at building permits and sales data to determine where new homes are being constructed. Further information on the housing market and new construction trends can be found through ConsumerAffairs.
They examined data from multiple sources to gain insight into the current state of the housing market.
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Published: August 17, 2026 ·
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