To most people statistics are boring and require too much thinking. But, the more we watch the weather forecast the more we start understanding how different fronts change future weather. At first glance the front might look like it will create clear skies, but it depends on the strength of the low pressure versus the high pressure. On top of that you have the jet stream, prevailing winds, seasons, latitude, altitude and ocean currents that are all factors that make weather forecasting a difficult task for the long range.
The same can be said for a construction forecast. There are many factors and unknowns, but with the right statistics, and person that understands the patterns, you can get a jump start on the season and be prepared for what comes your way.
Do we have an improving market to look forward to?
Take a quick look at the new homes chart on this page (Click for PDF). This is the Southwest Missouri region’s MarketGraphics® new homes starts since 1997, with a forecast through 2018.
If you are involved in the housing business, our guess is that every year on the MarketGraphics® chart tells a story about you, personally and professionally.
What’s ahead in 2014? Do we have an improving market to look forward to. Can we avoid the pains and challenges of the past few years.
We invite you to join Joe Zanola for the HBA Fall Construction Forecast on September 17th. Learn what the trends are indicating and after the presentation ask how these patterns might impact you specifically.
- RSVP before September 16th. Email Emily@SpringfieldHBA.com or call 417.881.3711
- 3:00pm – 4:30pm
- Library Center Auditorium (4653 S. Campbell Ave.) – Map
- This event is a member benefit, at no charge, thanks to Herrman Lumber Company.
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Joe Zanola is a research professional, consultant, writer, and speaker. Joe’s career path has included building, distribution, and manufacturing. Even before the housing downturn Zanola Company began focusing on solutions in tough markets. Today, Zanola is helping communities, developers, builders, and banks to discover positive growth opportunities and to compete for successful futures. Zanola Company provides MarketGraphics New Homes Research for Southwest Missouri, Central Missouri, and the St. Louis Region. Zanola’s research, demographics, and marketing programs are sought after nationally.