NAHB Podcast: Inflation, Remodeling and Drama on Capitol Hill
Editor’s note: This episode was recorded on Oct. 12, in advance of Congressman Scalise dropping out of the House speakership race.
On today’s episode of Housing Developments, co-hosts CEO Jim Tobin and SVP Paul Lopez discuss the latest inflation numbers and what they mean for housing, the economy’s impact on remodeling, and the current drama taking place on Capitol Hill.
Listen to Housing Developments on your favorite podcast app or watch the episode below.
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