U.S. builders concerned about high interest rates, elevated costs: survey

WASHINGTON, Dec. 17 (Xinhua) -- U.S. builders are voicing concerns over high interest rates, rising construction costs, and a shortage of available lots, but they have shown increased optimism about higher sales expectations in the coming months, according to a survey released Tuesday.

Builder sentiment held steady to end the year as high home prices and mortgage rates offset renewed hope about a better regulato