NAHB Podcast: Developments on Capitol Hill that Could Impact Your Business

Advocacy NAHB’s Monthly Update Features Trade and Economic Trends

Stay informed on the issues shaping the housing industry by reviewing the monthly update talking points. The latest edition includes messages on trade issues and market conditions.

PWB Week | Membership Join NAHB in Celebrating Professional Women in Building Week Sept. 14-18

Join NAHB for a week of inspiring events and learning opportunities that showcase the achievements of women the industry. PWB Week will also highlight our efforts to promote, train, advance and recruit more women into the field.

Economics House Price Appreciation by State and Metro Area in the Second Quarter of 2026

U.S. house prices continued to rise in the second quarter of 2026, with most states and metropolitan areas recording annual gains. Elevated borrowing costs and affordability constraints remained important headwinds, while limited housing supply continued to support prices in many markets, particularly across parts of the Midwest and Northeast.

Economics Number of Open Construction Sector Positions Rising

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

Economics HBGI Q2 2026: Single-Family Construction Contracts Broadly While Multifamily Expands

Home building trends diverged across geographies in the second quarter of 2026. According to the Home Building Geography Index (HBGI), single-family construction declined in nearly all geographic categories, although the contraction eased in most markets from the first quarter.