Podcast: Builder Sentiment Improves as Congress Looks to Approve Budget

Environmental Issues NAHB Supports Supplemental WOTUS Proposal, Calls for Clear Final Rule

NAHB submitted comments on Oct. 9 supporting the Trump administration’s September 2026 supplemental waters of the United States (WOTUS) proposal. The proposal creates a new framework for determining which waters and wetlands are federally regulated under the Clean Water Act.

Membership Central Tennessee HBA's Award-Winning Membership Growth Plan

The Home Builders Association of Central Tennessee focused on expanding its footprint in previously underserved areas by appointing new charter presidents to promote membership, build relationships with local officials and provide networking opportunities in outlying counties.

Economics Labor Shortages a Growing Problem

Labor shortages in the home building industry are becoming more widespread, according to recent results from the NAHB/Well Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) survey.

Economics Inflation Accelerated in September

Higher energy prices pushed inflation to a four-month high in September, keeping pressure on the Fed as inflation has remained above its 2% target for more than five years.

Economics Existing Home Sales Increased in September

Existing home sales rose after three months of declines as improved inventory gave buyers more negotiating power. As buyers wait for rate relief, homes are sitting on the market longer and for-sale inventory reached the highest level in over a decade.