Good weather and a lack of existing homes for sale gave the new homes sector a boost in February, generating a robust 6.1% m/m rise in sales. A shortage of cheaper, starter homes will weigh on sales over the next few months. But a strong labour market and high homebuilder confidence means the medium-term outlook for sales is positive.
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