Few things frustrate an online shopper more than finding the perfect product, clicking “buy” and then seeing “out of stock.” For the business behind the store, the moment is just as painful. A stockout means a lost sale today, and it can mean a lost customer tomorrow, because shoppers who can’t get what they want rarely wait around. Stockouts are one of the most...

Some cities are simply good places to live. Newport Beach is one of the few that also makes a compelling case as a place to build. It has the harbor, the coastline, the village streets, the schools, the dining, and a long-standing culture of owners who care about design and craftsmanship. Put those together and you get a market where custom homes aren’t a novelty. They’re a...