Nearly two-thirds of builders are offering things like free appliances or lower-interest rate loans, according to the National Association of Home Builders.

Nearly two-thirds of builders are offering things like free appliances or lower-interest rate loans, according to the National Association of Home Builders.

A period of high borrowing rates has homebuilders offering deals and freebies to stir up demand. Plus: Hotel housekeeping, planetary sunshades, and grantwriting.