Real Estate Industry and New Home News

Podcast: DCCC Executive Director Discusses Redistricting, Elections and Infrastructure
On the latest episode of NAHB's Housing Developments podcast, CEO Jerry Howard and Chief Lobbyist Jim Tobin sit down with... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-30
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
Advertising Guidelines for Age-Restricted Communities Under the FHA
A recent 55+ Housing Industry Council Shop Talk discussion focused on how the familial status protected class and the HOPA... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-30
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
Last Chance to Apply for 2022 Best of IBS Awards
This Friday, Dec. 3, is the last chance to apply for an opportunity to be showcased on stage at the 2022... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-29
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
9 Factors to Consider When Choosing Construction Management Software
If you're a custom home builder or remodeler, construction management software is necessary to help you save time, win more... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-29
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
The House That SHE Built Sold in Utah
The House That SHE Built, a new home in Saratoga Springs, Utah designed and built by an all-female crew, recently... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-29
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
HBAs Rally Support for Communities Impacted by Hurricane Ida
In the days and weeks since Hurricane Ida devastated thousands of homes and businesses across the southeastern United States, home... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-26
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
NAHB Spike Club Offers Win-Win for Members and HBAs
Spike Club members are often referred to as the backbone of membership growth for local HBAs. As November is Spike... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-26
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
NAHB Condemns Commerce Action to Double Tariffs on Canadian Lumber
In a blow to housing affordability and a move strongly opposed by NAHB, the Commerce Department today moved forward today... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-24
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
Enhance Your Business with Industry Insights from Building Pros
Get up to speed on the latest industry trends and professional development skills with the NAHB Ideas app.... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-23
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
Local Building Community Constructs Home for Youth Facing Hardship
Anisa's Place was designed to provide local youth with a safe home, nourishment, education, holistic healing, counseling and mentoring services.... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-23
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
Can You Get Festive With Your Staging?
Cleaning out the clutter and staging your home help make a great first impression. But does that mean you should... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-23
Source: Texas Association of Realtors News
By Texas REALTORS® Staff
How to Encourage Women to Join the Construction Industry
Consultants at Builders Mutual provide answers to pressing questions about how to encourage women to join the construction industry.... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-22
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
IBS Education Sessions Explore Alternative Building Solutions
As supply-chain issues continue to challenge the housing market, builders can explore different building techniques that may streamline the home-building... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-22
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
NFL Pro-Bowler Says Communication Key in Addressing Mental Health
Raising awareness about mental health issues by encouraging open and honest conversations is a first step in improving overall worker... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-19
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
Construction Loans Slightly More Available, But at Higher Rates
In the third quarter of 2021, effective interest rates increased on all four categories of loans tracked in NAHB’s Survey... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-19
Source: Eye On Housing
By Paul Emrath
House Moves to Raise Limits on State and Local Tax Deduction
In a key win for NAHB members who live in high-tax states, the House-passed Build Back Better Act includes long-awaited... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-19
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
House Approves Build Back Better Act; NAHB Opposes Bill
The House today narrowly approved the Build Back Better Act, legislation that contains positive housing provisions but also includes other... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-19
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
Gains for Custom Home Building
By Robert Dietz on November 19, 2021 • NAHB’s analysis of Census Data from the Quarterly Starts and Completions by Purpose... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-19
Source: Eye On Housing
By Robert Dietz
Employee Retention Tax Credit Ends Early
A provision tucked into the bipartisan infrastructure bill signed into law this week by President Biden retroactively moved up the... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-18
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
Sentiment on Multifamily Production and Occupancy Improves in the Third Quarter
Sentiment on the production of new and occupancy in existing multifamily housing improved in the third quarter, according to the... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-18
Source: Eye On Housing
By Paul Emrath
Multifamily Construction Sentiment Improves in Third Quarter, Despite Headwinds
Confidence in the market for new multifamily housing improved in the third quarter, according to results from the Multifamily Market... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-18
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
Year-over-Year Gains for Townhouse Construction
By Robert Dietz on November 18, 2021 • According to NAHB analysis of the most recent Census data of Starts and... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-18
Source: Eye On Housing
By Robert Dietz
Interest Rate Increases Drive Refinancing Declines
By Litic Murali on November 17, 2021 • The latest Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) weekly application surveys shows a decline... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-17
Source: Eye On Housing
By Litic Murali
Podcast: 2022 IBS Spotlights Innovation and Top Trends
On the latest episode of NAHB's Housing Developments podcast, NAHB CEO Jerry Howard and Chief Lobbyist Jim Tobin are joined... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-17
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
Single-Family Built-for-Rent: Best Quarter on Record
By Robert Dietz on November 17, 2021 • The number of single-family built-for-rent (SFBFR) construction starts reached its highest quarterly... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-17
Source: Eye On Housing
By Robert Dietz
Supply-Side Disruptions Push Single-Family Production Down in October
Single-family housing production lagged in October due to supply-chain effects for materials and ongoing access issues for labor and lots.... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-17
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
Builder Confidence Up on Strong Demand Even as Supply Side Challenges Persist
Low existing inventories and strong buyer demand helped push builder confidence higher for the third consecutive month even as supply-side... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-16
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
NAHB Member Saves $100K on Infrastructure Measure NAHB Championed
In a great example of the value of NAHB membership, President Biden today signed infrastructure legislation into law that includes... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-15
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
FHA’s MMIF Capital Reserves Continue to Climb in Fiscal 2021
The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) today released its annual report to Congress that shows the agency's capital reserve ratio of... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-15
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
NAHB Files Petition for Review on OSHA Vaccine and Testing Standard
The petition in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit asks the court to examine OSHA's rule requiring... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-15
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
7 Can’t-Miss Spotlight Sessions at IBS
Spotlight sessions are always among the most highly anticipated programs of the year and feature high-profile speakers. Topics are both... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-15
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
NAHB Publishes Guidance for Members on OSHA Vaccination and Testing Rule
The new mandates are being fought in court, but some provisions go into effect Dec. 6, and OSHA inspectors could... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-12
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
Fed Acts on Inflation as Housing Affordability Weakens
The combination of higher home prices, rising construction costs and moderately higher interest rates will exacerbate housing affordability conditions and... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-12
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
Construction Layoff Rate Dives
By Robert Dietz on November 12, 2021 • The labor market continues to tighten. In the September BLS Job Openings... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-12
Source: Eye On Housing
By Robert Dietz
What Builders Should Know About the NGBS Green Certification Process
In a recent Virtual Green Home Tour, PEG, LLC NGBS Green Verifiers Abideena Dambo and Anh-Tu Lam explained each of... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-12
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
Ohio Building Community Constructs Home for a Deserving Veteran
HBAs across the country often work with veterans' groups to provide support and help address their housing needs. This year,... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-11
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
Housing Affordability Holds Steady but Supply-Side Challenges Persist
Lansing-East Lansing, Mich., is the nation's most affordable major housing market while Los Angeles-Long Beach-Glendale, Calif., is the least affordable... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-11
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
Podcast: Supply Chain, Infrastructure and Climate Change Dominate Headlines
Hear the latest on the supply chain crisis, the infrastructure bill, and the results from the recent Virginia and New... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-10
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
Top Member Recruiters Vie for a Trip to Napa Valley
Not only do members benefit from a larger and stronger home building community, the top member recruiters are also rewarded... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-10
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
Residential Real Estate Credit Standards Ease Slightly in Third Quarter
By Litic Murali on November 10, 2021 • The latest results of the Federal Reserve’s Board’s Senior Loan Officer Opinion... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-10
Source: Eye On Housing
By Litic Murali
Consumer Prices Post the Largest Gain in Three Decades
By Jing Fu on November 10, 2021 • Compared to a year ago, on a not seasonally adjusted basis, consumer... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-10
Source: Eye On Housing
By Jing Fu
Materials Prices Post Record Year-to-Date Increase
The softwood lumber price index increased 9.1% in October (seasonally adjusted) — its first monthly increase since May, according to... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-10
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
Join NAHB for a Free Webinar on 2021 Energy Code Changes
On Wednesday, Nov. 17, NAHB is hosting a webinar free to members that covers the significant changes to the International... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-09
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
Corps of Engineers Suspends Issuance of All New Federal Nationwide Wetlands Permits
For the second time in just 60 days, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (the Corps) has suspended the issuance... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-09
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
Is That Estimated Home Value Worth Anything?
A simple internet search will tell you what a home is worth. Or will it? Just because a website shows... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-09
Source: Texas Association of Realtors News
By Texas REALTORS® Staff
NAHB Mourns Passing of Pennsylvania Builder and Leader David Knipe
NAHB mourns the passing of Pennsylvania Builders Association (PBA) past president and long-time NAHB executive committee member David Earle Knipe.... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-08
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
Q3 2021 Consumer Credit
By Litic Murali on November 8, 2021 • In the third quarter of 2021, non-real estate-secured consumer credit increased at... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-08
Source: Eye On Housing
By Litic Murali
IBS Show Home Raises the Bar for Energy Efficiency, Again
In an effort to rank among the most efficient homes in program history, The New American Home 2022 has incorporated... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-08
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
House Passes Infrastructure Bill
The House late last night passed the $1.2 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill approved by the Senate and President Biden will... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-06
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
Prospective Buyers Frustrated by Bidding Wars, but Continue to Search
For only the third time in the history of NAHB’s Housing Trends Report, the top reason buyers are struggling to... Read more
Published on: 2021-11-05
Source: NAHB Now
By NAHB Now
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