Real Estate Industry and New Home News

NAHB Applauds Senate Passage of WOTUS Resolution
NAHB Chairman Alicia Huey issued a statement after the Senate passed a Congressional Review Act (CRA) joint resolution of disapproval... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-29
Source: NAHB Now
Keep Workers and Others on the Road Safe with NAHB Resources
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, an annual campaign by the National Safety Council to highlight the dangers and costs... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-29
Source: NAHB Now
Property Tax Revenues See Largest Increase Since 2009
NAHB analysis of the Census Bureau’s quarterly state and local tax data shows that $286 billion in taxes were paid by property... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-29
Source: Eye On Housing
By David Logan
Employment Situation in February: State-Level Analysis
Nonfarm payroll employment increased in 44 states and the District of Columbia in February compared to the previous month, while... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-28
Source: Eye On Housing
By Danushka Nanayakkara-Skillington
Diversify Your Business Opportunities with April Online Courses
NAHB Education offers a full slate of new online education courses throughout April to help you expand your business opportunities... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-28
Source: NAHB Now
Last Chance to Apply for Remodelers and PWB Council Grants
In collaboration with the National Housing Endowment, both NAHB Remodelers and the Professional Women in Building (PWB) Council are offering... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-27
Source: NAHB Now
SBA Issues Strong Rebuke to Transformer Rule Following Builder Input
The Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Office of Advocacy has delivered a stinging rebuke to the Department of Energy’s proposed rule... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-27
Source: NAHB Now
National Housing Endowment Receives Major Gift from Kohler Estate
The National Housing Endowment (NHE) announced a $3 million gift from the estate of Herbert V. Kohler, Jr., former Kohler... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-27
Source: NAHB Now
HUD Proposes New Federal Flood Risk Management Standards
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has published a proposed rule in the Federal Register that would revise... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-24
Source: NAHB Now
Learn Strategies for Managing Mental Health
Construction workers are particularly susceptible to mental health issues and suicide – which is a silent killer in the industry.... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-24
Source: NAHB Now
Help Your State Make the Right Choice on Energy Codes
NAHB members and HBAs should encourage state and local governments to apply for infrastructure bill grant money rather than Inflation... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-24
Source: NAHB Now
House Bill Would Repeal Onerous Energy Codes Grant Program
NAHB-supported legislation introduced in the House would repeal a section of the Inflation Reduction Act that provides $1 billion to... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-24
Source: NAHB Now
Best of IBS 2023 On-Demand Library Now Available
Couldn't make it to the 2023 International Builders’ Show (IBS)? Want to learn about the most pressing issues explored at... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-23
Source: NAHB Now
New Home Sales Remain Relatively Flat in February
Higher mortgage rates and home prices, as well as increased construction costs contributed to lackluster new home sales in February,... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-23
Source: Eye On Housing
By Robert Dietz
Fed Raises Interest Rates by 25 Basis Points; Credit Conditions to Tighten
The Federal Reserve’s monetary policy committee raised the federal funds target rate by 25 basis points but indicated that it... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-22
Source: NAHB Now
The Fed Raises Again but Takes a More Dovish Tone
The Federal Reserve’s monetary policy committee raised the federal funds target rate by 25 basis points but indicated that it... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-22
Source: Eye On Housing
By Robert Dietz
NAHB Releases Salary, Bonus and Benefit Data for 39 Jobs Across the Home Building Industry
NAHB recently released new industry averages on compensation and benefits for employees of single-family home building companies with the recent... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-22
Source: NAHB Now
Quarter-Point Mortgage Rate Hike Knocks 1.3 Million Households Out of Market
A relatively small rise in mortgage rates can have a large effect on housing affordability. And if the Federal Reserve... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-22
Source: NAHB Now
How to Strategically Manage LIHTC Properties
Discover the keys to unlocking the full potential of your low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) property without taking unnecessary risks.... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-22
Source: NAHB Now
Conn. HBA Wins Initial Victory in Rent Control Battle — But the Fight Is Just Beginning
The Connecticut legislature introduced H.B. 6588 in January to cap annual rent increases at 4% and ban no-cause evictions. After... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-21
Source: NAHB Now
Biden WOTUS Rule in Effect in 48 States
The Biden administration’s new “waters of the United States” (WOTUS) rule is now in effect in 48 states across the... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-21
Source: NAHB Now
Can I Trim That Tree?
If your neighbor’s tree encroaches on the property you are renting, do you have the legal right to trim the... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-21
Source: Texas Association of Realtors News
By Texas REALTORS® Staff
HBA Receives Land Donation to Support Workforce Development Programs
Careers in Construction Colorado (CICC) received a generous land donation from the Case family valued at $2.8 million. CICC is... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-20
Source: NAHB Now
Delaware Builder Becomes First Female to Receive Custom Builder of the Year Award
March is Women’s History Month, but it was last month when one of NAHB’s female members made history of her... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-20
Source: NAHB Now
Households Priced Out by Higher Interest Rates
By Na Zhao on March 20, 2023 • New NAHB 2023 Priced-Out Estimates show that 96.5 million households are not... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-20
Source: Eye On Housing
By Na Zhao
IBS Education On-Demand is Now Live
The IBS Education On-Demand Library is available to Expo+Education Pass registrants of the 2023 International Builders’ Show (IBS). This valuable... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-17
Source: NAHB Now
Get Some Healthy Rest on World Sleep Day
Today is World Sleep Day 2023, an internationally recognized event that builds connections and raises sleep health awareness among researchers,... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-17
Source: NAHB Now
Effective Leaders Pave the Way for Women to Join the Industry
During Women’s History Month in March, NAHB continues to spotlight individuals whose leadership inspires more women to join the residential... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-17
Source: NAHB Now
NAHB 2023 “Priced Out” Estimates – State and Local Estimates
NAHB recently released its 2023 priced out estimates, showing how higher prices and interest rates affect housing affordability. The new... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-17
Source: Eye On Housing
By Na Zhao
NAHB Honors Women in Building Leaders
NAHB’s Professional Women in Building Council honored two individuals and three councils for strong leadership, innovation and community service at... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-16
Source: NAHB Now
Powerful New Videos Personalize Mental Health Issues in Construction
As part of its Member Mental Health and Wellness Initiative, NAHB has been partnered with Dr. Sally Spencer-Thomas to conduct... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-16
Source: NAHB Now
Single-Family Starts Remain Lackluster but Expected to Begin Sustained Rebound Later This Year
Single-family production remained at an anemic pace in February as builders continue to wrestle with elevated mortgage rates, high construction... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-16
Source: NAHB Now
Single-Family Starts Remain Lackluster but Will Rebound Later This Year
Single-family production remained at an anemic pace in February as builders continue to wrestle with elevated mortgage rates, high construction... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-16
Source: Eye On Housing
By Robert Dietz
Video: NAHB Chairman Outlines WOTUS Fight, House Victory
In the March update to members, NAHB Chairman Alicia Huey shares the latest news on legislation surrounding the “waters of... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-15
Source: NAHB Now
Concrete Products Lead Building Materials Prices Higher
After four consecutive declines, the producer price index (PPI) for inputs to residential construction less energy (i.e., building materials) rose... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-15
Source: Eye On Housing
By David Logan
Builders Speak Out Against Proposed Transformer Rule
Builders air their strong concerns against a proposed Department of Energy rule to regulate energy conservation standards for distribution transformers... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-15
Source: NAHB Now
Builder Confidence Edges Higher in March but Future Outlook Uncertain
Although high construction costs and elevated interest rates continue to hamper housing affordability, builders expressed cautious optimism in March as... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-15
Source: Eye On Housing
By Robert Dietz
Supported by NAHB, Southern Arizona HBA Wins Impact Fee Decision
The Arizona Supreme Court, on Jan. 17, handed down a victory to the Southern Arizona Home Builders Association (SAHBA) in... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-14
Source: NAHB Now
Inflation Eased Despite Sticky Housing Costs
By Fan-Yu Kuo on March 14, 2023 • Consumer prices in February saw the smallest year-over-year gain since September 2021... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-14
Source: Eye On Housing
By Fan-Yu Kuo
January State-Level Employment Analysis
Nonfarm payroll employment increased in 48 states and the District of Columbia in January compared to the previous month.... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-14
Source: NAHB Now
Permits Decline At The Start of 2023
By Danushka Nanayakkara-Skillington on March 14, 2023 • Over the first month of 2023, the total number of single-family permits... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-14
Source: Eye On Housing
By Danushka Nanayakkara-Skillington
Employment Situation in January: State-Level Analysis
Nonfarm payroll employment increased in 48 states and the District of Columbia in January compared to the previous month, while... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-13
Source: Eye On Housing
By Danushka Nanayakkara-Skillington
60% of a Home’s Sales Price Goes to Construction Costs
NAHB's latest Cost of Construction Survey reveals that 60.8% of the average home sales price consisted of construction costs in... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-13
Source: NAHB Now
How to Improve Your Marketing Strategy
Maintaining an engaging company website and social media presence is the foundation for attracting new customers and generating more business.... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-13
Source: NAHB Now
NAHB Continues to Hammer Away at WOTUS Rule
NAHB’s aggressive lobbying efforts on the congressional and legal fronts to overturn the Biden administration’s new waters of the United... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-10
Source: NAHB Now
Job Gains Continue in February Amid Mixed Signals
Job growth continued in February. After a revised 504,000 job gain in January, total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 311,000... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-10
Source: Eye On Housing
By Jing Fu
Biden Unveils 2024 Budget Proposal
President Biden yesterday unveiled his 2024 budget, which seeks to extend the life of the Medicare health benefit program by... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-10
Source: NAHB Now
Households’ Real Estate Asset Value Falls for First Time Since 2012
By Jesse Wade on March 10, 2023 • The most recent release of the Z.1 Financial Accounts of the United... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-10
Source: Eye On Housing
By Jesse Wade
NAHB Leaders Make Housing Front and Center on Capitol Hill
Addressing a wide range of legislative and regulatory issues with serious repercussions for the nation’s supply of affordably priced housing,... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-10
Source: NAHB Now
NAHB Applauds House Passage of Resolution on WOTUS
NAHB Chairman Alicia Huey issued a statement after the House passed a Congressional Review Act (CRA) joint resolution of disapproval... Read more
Published on: 2023-03-09
Source: NAHB Now
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