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Learn all the best ways to develop and follow a clear project schedule to increase profitability and your client's satisfaction in NAHB's live online course The Project Schedule: A Planning and Communication Tool.

May 19, 2026

Project Planning Tips to Boost Profitability

Learn all the best ways to develop and follow a clear project schedule to increase profitability and your client's satisfaction in NAHB's live online course The Project Schedule: A Planning and Communication Tool.

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May 18, 2026 Residential Building Worker Wage Growth Subdues

May 18, 2026 Builder Sentiment Posts Gain in May but Significant Affordability Challenges Persist

May 15, 2026 House Plans Vote on Amended Housing Bill Backed by NAHB

May 15, 2026 NAHB, Industry Partners Address Key Permitting Reform Challenges

May 14, 2026 NAHB Supports Amended Housing Bill Released by House

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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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