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Workforce Development | Student Chapters How to Land a Career in Construction

Participation in NAHB's Student Chapters provides great exposure to the industry, and staying sharp in the classroom and utilizing rapidly evolving online building tools are essential to landing full-time employment.

Economics AI's Impact on Residential Construction Is Smaller Than You Might Think

The use of AI is likely to continue changing the way construction work is completed. But at least in its current form, AI does not yet have as big an impact on frontline construction work as it does in other occupations.

Economics Private Water and Sewer Systems in 2025 New Single-Family Homes

The share of new single-family homes built with individual wells and septic systems increased in 2025 compared to the previous year. According to NAHB’s analysis of the Census Bureau’s Survey of Construction (SOC), approximately 10% of single-family homes started in 2025 were served by individual (private) wells, and 17% relied on individual septic systems.

Economics Remodeling Market Sentiment Remains Stable in Third Quarter Despite Headwinds

In the third quarter of 2026, the NAHB Remodeling Market Index (RMI) posted a reading of 62, up one point compared to the previous quarter. The RMI has remained within a narrow band between 59 and 70 for the past four years.

Economics ARM Share Increased as Mortgage Rates Spiked

Mortgage application activity declined as the 30-year fixed mortgage rate rose sharply. The Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) Market Composite Index, a measure of total mortgage application volume, decreased 7.7% month-over-month in September on a seasonally adjusted basis. Compared to a year ago, total mortgage applications were lower by 35.4%.