The research and analytics sector of McGraw-Hill Construction recently revealed that construction contracts are rising in South Florida. The total reached $326.1 million in February, which is up 50 percent compared to the same period in 2011.The total number includes both residential and non-residential construction projects, but this is great news for anyone who is looking forward to building their custom home.There are many projects, big and small, that are driving growth and reinforcing the South Florida metropolitan area economy.Contracts for construction have been continually increasing since the beginning of 2012 and are

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