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NAHB, the Job-Site Safety Institute (JSI), and the National Housing Endowment (NHE) are proud to announce the successful completion of the Fall Prevention Training Pilot Program.

Jun 05, 2026

NAHB Completes Fall Prevention Training Pilot Program at 20 HBAs Across U.S.

NAHB, the Job-Site Safety Institute (JSI), and the National Housing Endowment (NHE) are proud to announce the successful completion of the Fall Prevention Training Pilot Program.

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Jun 04, 2026 U.S. House Price Appreciation Slows from Rapid Pandemic-era Pace

Jun 04, 2026 Highest Paid Occupations in Construction in 2025

Jun 03, 2026 Top OSHA Violations of 2025; No Increase in Penalties for 2026

Jun 03, 2026 Public and Private Partnerships Jumpstart Hawai’i Workforce Programs

Jun 02, 2026 How Builders Can Close the ‘Expectation Gap’ to Boost Referrals and Increase Sales

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Data at a Glance

Framing Lumber Prices

Fluctuations in the costs of building materials, particularly those of framing lumber, contribute significantly to home prices and housing affordability levels.

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NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI)

The HMI offers an insider’s perspective on the current state of housing. Each month, builder sentiment about the present and near-term housing market is depicted on a scale of 0 to 100, indicating the portion of builders experiencing positive market conditions.

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Housing Starts

Housing starts data are key economic indicators that track the pace of residential construction. These monthly Census Bureau statistics typically reflect broader trends within the overall economy such as interest rates and job growth.

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