Podcast: House Passes Important Tax Bill and More from Capitol Hill

Membership Chairman's Update: Apply Now to Serve on a Council or Committee

In his latest update, NAHB Chairman Bill Owens highlights the value of serving on a committee or council, and how members can apply.

Workforce Development Four Ways HBAs Can Support Skilled Trades Education

Across the country, the Home Builders Institute works alongside home builders associations and their foundations to bring skilled trades education to more students and connect that education to opportunities in their communities.

Economics Housing’s Share of the Economy Falls Again as It Continues to Face Headwinds

Housing’s share of the economy was 15.7% in the third quarter of 2026, according to the latest estimates of GDP produced by the Bureau of Economic Analysis. This share is down from 15.8% in the second quarter and down from 16.0% a year ago. Residential construction, measured by residential fixed investment, fell for the sixth time over the past eight quarters.

Economics PCE Inflation Accelerated in September

The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge accelerated in September after holding at 3.0% for three consecutive months, complicating the Fed’s path to its 2% target. Consumer spending continued to be pushed up by elevated energy prices rather than income growth, driving the personal saving rate to the lowest level in nearly four years.

Economics U.S. Economy Accelerated in the Third Quarter of 2026

The U.S. economy grew at a faster pace in the third quarter of 2026, supported by stronger consumer spending, robust business investment, and increased government spending. However, residential investment remained a weak spot, highlighting the continued challenges facing the housing sector amid elevated borrowing costs.