Why Builders FirstSource bought ICG; and why Pulte sold it

Builders FirstSource’s acquisition of Innovative Construction Group (ICG) from PulteGroup signals that, while homebuilders see value in off-site construction, many prefer to rely on third-party manufacturers rather than own those operations themselves, especially during down cycles.  Builders FirstSource announced Monday that it will acquire ICG for an undisclosed price. ICG, which manufactures, sells and installs […]

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Dream Finders adds Rick Beckwitt as Beazer bid heats up

Dream Finders Homes’ 2026 quest to acquire Beazer Homes has focused mostly on the target’s financial and operational underperformance. Dream Finders has publicly argued that Beazer shareholders deserve the certainty of a cash exit and that a new owner can produce better results from the company’s assets and operating platform. While pursuing Beazer, Dream Finders

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Social Security 2100 Act seeks higher benefits, long-term program solvency

A sweeping Social Security reform bill reintroduced in the House of Representatives would boost benefits for millions of Americans, change how cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) are calculated and impose new taxes on high earners to shore up program finances. The Social Security 2100 Act, H.R. 9519, was reintroduced by Rep. John Larson (D-Ct.) and referred to

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