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NAHB recently introduced thousands of students to the skilled trades during The Big Build event at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C.

Oct 22, 2025

NAHB Generates Enthusiasm for the Trades During the Big Build

NAHB recently introduced thousands of students to the skilled trades during The Big Build event at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C.

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Oct 21, 2025 Why Builders Overpay for Land and How to Protect Your Margins

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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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