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by angry_moose 993 days ago
Not really because its so regionally dependent - prices can vary dramatically within even 100 miles. I just picked up a bunch of of black walnut for $12.80/bdft, but I could get it for around $8 if I drove a couple hours south.
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That seems surprising nobody has picked up on that arbitrage opportunity.

Is it because most lumber volume is performed under commercial contracts? The DIY market is too small to chase?