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New Reporting System Advances NAHB's Push for Better Appraisals

Tue, 03 Nov 2026 15:00:00 -0500

A new appraisal standard introduced by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac on Nov. 2 advances NAHB’s longstanding effort to ensure appraisals fully reflect new construction.

NAHB Chief Economist Provides 2027 Outlook in Free December Webinar

Tue, 03 Nov 2026 10:30:00 -0500

NAHB Chief Economist Dr. Robert Dietz will be featured in a live webinar on Dec. 8, 2026, hosted by Pro Builder.

Say Thank You During HBA Staff Appreciation Week

Mon, 02 Nov 2026 14:00:00 -0500

Celebrate the professionals who make the Federation stronger.

Are ADUs Popular Among Today's Remodelers?

Mon, 02 Nov 2026 10:30:00 -0500

According to NAHB’s Remodeling Market Index, nearly a quarter of remodelers started an ADU project over the past twelve months; 24% indicated that they were building an addition for use as an ADU and 23% indicated that they were converting an existing space into an ADU.

From Mr. Wonderful to Counting Crows, IBS 2027 Brings Out the Stars

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 14:00:00 -0400

The NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) always features leading experts and luminaries from the housing and real estate industry. The sheer size of the event also attracts talent from other walks of life.

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

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 12:00:00 -0400

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

Four Ways HBAs Can Support Skilled Trades Education

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:00:00 -0400

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.

Fewer Ladders, Faster Inspections: Why Builders Are Turning to Drones

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 14:00:00 -0400

With rising material costs and lingering labor shortages, builders need to keep projects on schedule and on budget now more than ever. Drone as a Service can help, delivering next-generation aerial data insights to builders, without needing to purchase drones, hire pilots, or navigate regulatory approvals.

NAHB Names Alison Benson as its New Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 09:30:00 -0400

NAHB has promoted Alison Benson, CPA, to chief financial officer and treasurer. Benson brings more than two decades of accounting, financial planning and nonprofit financial management experience to the role. She joined NAHB in February 2026 as vice president, controller, and also served as interim treasurer.

How Project Managers Can Effectively Set Expectations to Find Success

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:00:00 -0400

Hone your management skills in an upcoming Nov. 12 live online course titled “Project Controls Fundamentals: Monitoring Scope, Cost and Time” from 1-4 p.m. ET.

What a Building Code Study Gets Wrong About Housing Affordability

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:00:00 -0400

A working paper from researchers at the University of Alabama concludes that when a jurisdiction adopts new residential building codes, it has no effect on the sales prices of homes. But a close technical review reveals that the study’s policy conclusions go well beyond what its analysis can establish.

Legal Action Committee Awards Nearly $100,000 in Legal Support Grants at FLM

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:00:00 -0400

At its recent meeting during the NAHB Fall Leadership Meetings, the NAHB Legal Action Committee reviewed seven requests for Legal Action Fund assistance and recommended assistance in six.

Affordability Challenges Push New Home Sales Lower

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:08:05 -0400

Sales of newly built single-family homes decreased 0.6% in September to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 676,000, following a downwardly revised August estimate, according to newly released data from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau. The pace of new home sales was 5.3% lower than a year earlier.

How Old Are America's Construction Workers?

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 14:00:00 -0400

NAHB analysis takes a deeper look into the median ages of construction workers by state and by trade.

Watch Video Highlights from 2026 Fall Leadership Meeting

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 10:00:00 -0400

NAHB members who were unable to join us in Detroit for the 2026 Fall Leadership Meeting can watch some of the highlights on nahb.org.

Multifamily Developers: How Are Rising Costs Impacting Your Business?

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 14:00:00 -0400

In 2022, NAHB estimated regulation accounts for over 40% of the cost of a new multifamily development — a key data point in lobbying federal, state and local policymakers against policies that drive up the cost of new housing. This widely cited estimate is now outdated, so NAHB is conducting a survey to update it and needs your help to do so.

Trump Issues Executive Order to Lower Housing Costs

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 12:00:00 -0400

President Trump on Oct. 22 signed an executive order to lower single-family and mortgage costs, and the Treasury Department released new institutional investor rules.

NAHB Commends President Trump’s Executive Order on Housing

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 09:13:46 -0400

NAHB Chairman Bill Owens issued the following statement today regarding President Trump’s housing executive order.

Senate Introduces Landmark Permitting Reform Bill

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:00:00 -0400

Following the midterm elections, the Senate is expected to consider major NAHB-backed permitting reform legislation that would lower development costs, increase housing supply and make homeownership more attainable.

How to Build Your Fleet for Less with Member-Exclusive Ram Savings

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Year-end offers on commercial trucks make this an ideal time for residential construction pros to upgrade the vehicles that keep their businesses moving. And for NAHB members, there’s even more reason to shop thanks to exclusive savings from Ram.

HUD Expands Multifamily Mortgage Insurance to Built-to-Rent Developments

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 14:00:00 -0400

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued a mortgagee letter to announce it is revising its policy to expand access to HUD-insured Federal Housing Administration (FHA) financing for built-to-rent developments.

NAHB Invests $47K in State and Local Advocacy Efforts

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:00 -0400

During the Fall Leadership Meeting in Detroit, the State and Local Government Affairs Committee approved $47,000 through the State and Local Issues Fund to help HBAs reduce barriers to housing attainability.

Maryland HBA and Local Partners Show Students Where Construction Can Lead

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:00:00 -0400

For Maryland students and young adults deciding their next steps, the Frederick County Building Industry Association’s goal is to help them see how many different paths to success are available in residential construction.

Single-Family Starts Down as Affordability Challenges Persist

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 09:43:52 -0400

Overall housing starts decreased 5.2% in September to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.22 million units, according to a report from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau.

3 Opportunities to Celebrate YP Week

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:00:00 -0400

Opportunities include this year’s YP Week giveaway, sponsored by BuilderBooks: a 1-hour one-on-one coaching session with Grace Mase, a Yale-trained architect who recently authored AI in Residential Construction: A Blueprint for Lasting Impact and Success.

Builder Sentiment Falls on Rising Rates

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes fell three points to 29 in October, according to the NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) released today. The reading was the lowest since June 2012.

The Importance of Safety Guardrails on a Home Building Site

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:00:00 -0400

Join NAHB and its official safety sponsor, Builders Mutual, as we celebrate the seventh annual Guardrail Safety Week, Oct. 19-23, and be part of the difference proper guardrail use makes in protecting workers and saving lives.

U.S. Cuts Duties on Canadian Lumber

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Following its annual review, the U.S. Department of Commerce lowered antidumping and countervailing duties on Canadian softwood lumber imports from about 35.16% to 24.75%.

Supreme Court Leaves New York City’s SoHo/NoHo Arts Fee in Place

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:00:00 -0400

The U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear a challenge to a New York City law that requires certain property owners to pay a substantial fee to convert their properties to unrestricted residential use. NAHB filed a brief urging the Supreme Court to review the case.

Midterm Elections: 3 Ways Members Can Make a Difference on Nov. 3

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Elected officials at all levels play a role in finding solutions to make housing more affordable. Here’s how NAHB members can make a difference this election cycle.

NAHB Supports Supplemental WOTUS Proposal, Calls for Clear Final Rule

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 16:00:00 -0400

NAHB submitted comments on Oct. 9 supporting the Trump administration’s September 2026 supplemental waters of the United States (WOTUS) proposal. The proposal creates a new framework for determining which waters and wetlands are federally regulated under the Clean Water Act.

Central Tennessee HBA's Award-Winning Membership Growth Plan

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 11:00:00 -0400

The Home Builders Association of Central Tennessee focused on expanding its footprint in previously underserved areas by appointing new charter presidents to promote membership, build relationships with local officials and provide networking opportunities in outlying counties.

Key Housing Trends Among the 55+ Population

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 15:00:00 -0400

Adults ages 55 and older make up a large and growing share of the U.S. population and play an important role in the U.S. housing market. Only 16% of NAHB Builder members, however, reported building age-restricted housing for people age 55 or older, according to 2025 Member Census. For builders and remodelers targeting this demographic, it is important to understand the trends within this part of the housing industry.

Be Aware of Hidden Jobsite Safety Issues During Cold Weather

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:00:00 -0400

With fall here, it is important to know the dangers of cold stress and the best ways to stay safe and warm on your jobsites. It is also important to know some hidden dangers in the cold weather.

How to Land a Career in Construction

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 10:00:00 -0400

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.

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

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:00:00 -0400

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.

Podcast: 7.5% Mortgage Rates ‘New Normal’ Until Geopolitical Issues Resolved

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 11:00:00 -0400

On the latest episode of NAHB podcast Housing Developments, NAHB Chief Economist Dr. Robert Dietz joins CEO Jim Tobin and COO Paul Lopez to discuss the latest economic forecasts and how they have changed this year due to geopolitical turmoil.

IBS Remodeled Show Home Uses Holistic Approach to Boost Efficiency

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:00:00 -0400

The New American Remodel 2027 will be much more than a beautiful show home. It will highlight just how far building products and techniques have advanced in a relatively short period of time.

Remodeling Market Sentiment Remains Stable in Third Quarter Despite Headwinds

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 10:00:00 -0400

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) released the NAHB Remodeling Market Index (RMI) for the third quarter, posting a reading of 62—up one point compared to the previous quarter.

Share of Homes With Two-Story Foyers Increases For First Time Since 2022

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:30:00 -0400

For the first time since 2022, the share of new homes with two-story foyers increased, according to the Census Bureau's Survey of Construction (SOC). Despite the increase, the market share of two-story foyers has generally trended downward since 2017, with most new single-family homes being built without a two-story foyer both nationally and regionally.

Mortgage Rates Continued to Rise in September

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Mortgage rates rose sharply in September as multiple factors applied significant upward pressure on U.S. treasury bond yields, a key factor in mortgage rates.

Median Revenue of NAHB Associate Members Climbs to All-Time High

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 14:00:00 -0400

According to NAHB’s most recent member census from 2025, approximately two-thirds of NAHB’s total members are Associate members. These members include those involved in a wide range of support industries and professions including, trade contractors, manufacturers, retailers/distributors, designers, and architects.

How NGBS Green +WELLNESS Can Help You Target Key Home Buyer Preferences

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:00 -0400

As people spend more time in their homes, more buyers — especially on the high end of the market — are focusing on how the home lives and functions through above-standard certifications such as water efficiency, indoor air quality and energy efficiency.

NAHB HBCU Cohort Learns Residential Construction Career Skills

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:00:00 -0400

NAHB’s fourth annual Historically Black College and University (HBCU) Student Leadership program held a three-day meeting for networking, professional development and learning in Washington, D.C. to inspire the next generation of home building professionals.

HBA Support Helps Student-Built Home Program Enter 10th Year

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 10:00:00 -0400

For nearly a decade, the Lakes Region Builders and Remodelers Association has partnered with the local J. Oliva Huot Technical Center to strengthen New Hampshire's residential construction workforce and prepare students for careers in the industry.

Podcast: Will Congress Flip This November?

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:00:00 -0400

On the latest episode of NAHB’s podcast, Housing Developments, Chief Advocacy Officer Ken Wingert joins CEO Jim Tobin and COO Paul Lopez to discuss what to expect ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

Stay on Message: Access NAHBs Latest Housing Talking Points

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:00:00 -0400

The monthly update provides talking points to help members stay informed with clear and consistent messages on issues affecting the residential construction industry.

Watch Livestreams of Key Fall Leadership Meetings

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:00:00 -0400

NAHB leadership will gather Oct. 6-8 for the 2026 Fall Leadership Meeting in Detroit. Members and HBA staff not in attendance can view livestreams of the key meetings.

NAHB Applauds Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 17:36:32 -0400

NAHB Chairman Bill Owens issued the following statement after Senators Mike Lee (R-UT), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Martin Heinrich (D-NM), and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) released the Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act.

Housing Headwinds Intensify Heading Into 2027

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 14:00:00 -0400

In his bi-weekly newsletter, Eye On the Economy, NAHB Chief Economist Dr. Robert Dietz summarized several notable headwinds for housing, and offered his insights on what those data points will mean for the industry in 2027.