Video: NAHB Chairman Updates Members on New Homes Month and Supply Chain Meetings
In the April edition of the Chairman’s Update video series, NAHB Chairman Jerry Konter informs members of resources available for New Homes Month in April, and outlines the steps that NAHB is taking to mitigate the supply chain crisis. Watch the video to learn more about these important initiatives.
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