EPA Declares Pre-2015 WOTUS Rule Now in Effect

Advocacy | Spring Leadership Meeting

May 06, 2026

Prepare for NAHB’s Legislative Conference on June 10

NAHB’s signature lobbying event will take place on Wednesday, June 10, in conjunction with the four-day Spring Leadership Meeting in Washington, D.C. To help members prepare, NAHB will be hosting a webinar on May 20 and two events during the Spring Leadership Meeting.

Economics

May 06, 2026

Mortgage Rates, Inflation and Yields All Rise in April

Mortgage rates continued to increase in April as ceasefire negotiations remain inconclusive. According to Freddie Mac, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.34% in April, 16 basis points (bps) higher than March.

Economics

May 06, 2026

State-Level Employment Situation: March 2026

State labor market conditions showed modest improvement in March, with job gains concentrated in several large states and the construction sector continuing to expand. However, employment declines across a number of states and mixed unemployment rate trends point to uneven momentum across regional economies.

Economics

May 06, 2026

Slight Rise for Open Construction Jobs in March

The number of open positions in the construction sector edged higher in March, per the Bureau of Labor Statistics Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS). The current level of open jobs is down measurably from three years ago due to declines in construction activity, particularly in housing.

Economics

May 05, 2026

New Home Sales Rise, Supported by Limited Existing Inventory

The U.S. housing market showed mixed but generally improving conditions in March, as new home sales strengthened and price pressures continued to ease. While inventory dynamics varied across segments, moderating home prices and increased availability at the lower end of the market provided some relief to buyers navigating ongoing affordability challenges.