Real Estate Industry and New Home News

Building Codes Bill Championed by NAHB Introduced in House
NAHB-supported bipartisan legislation introduced in the House would help jurisdictions preserve local control over the building code adoption process.... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-21
Source: NAHB Now
Demographic Analysis of Labor Force Participation Rate
A key indicator of the labor market is the labor force participation rate. This rate is the percentage of working-age... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-21
Source: Eye On Housing
By Jing Fu
NAHB Commends President Trump’s Executive Order on Housing
Carl Harris, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and a custom home builder from Wichita, Kan., issued... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-21
Source: NAHB Now
Why IBS Attendees Should Watch the Student Competition
The NAHB Student Competition at the International Builders’ Show (IBS) features contests between the sharpest up-and-coming land developers, project managers... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-20
Source: NAHB Now
Moving Out of Parental Homes is On Hold
The worst on record rental affordability conditions, depleted “excess” savings of the pandemic era, and high mortgage rates halted the... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-20
Source: Eye On Housing
By Natalia Siniavskaia
State Supreme Court Denies NIMBY Challenge to Zoning Reform
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court last week upheld the constitutionality of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) Communities Act, which... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-17
Source: NAHB Now
Housing Starts End 2024 on an Up Note
Overall housing starts increased 15.8% in December to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.50 million units, according to a... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-17
Source: NAHB Now
HUD Confirmation Hearing Centers on Regulatory Burdens, Affordability and Need for More Housing
The need to eliminate excessive regulations – a key NAHB priority -- was an overriding theme during yesterday’s Senate confirmation... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-17
Source: NAHB Now
NAHB Lauds the Nomination of Bill Pulte to Lead the FHFA
NAHB Chairman Carl Harris issued the following statement after President-elect Donald Trump nominated Bill Pulte to serve as the director... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-16
Source: NAHB Now
Remodeling Market Sentiment Improves in Fourth Quarter of 2024
The NAHB/Westlake Royal Remodeling Market Index (RMI) posted a reading of 68 for the fourth quarter of 2024, up five... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-16
Source: Eye On Housing
By Eric Lynch
NAHB Promotes Key Housing Priorities to Incoming Trump Administration
Over the past several weeks, NAHB has been meeting with members of President-elect Donald Trump’s transition team to promote our... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-16
Source: NAHB Now
Remodeling Market Sentiment Improves in the Fourth Quarter of 2024
NAHB released its NAHB/Westlake Royal Remodeling Market Index (RMI) for the fourth quarter, posting a reading of 68, up five... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-16
Source: NAHB Now
Builder Confidence Edges Up Even as Market Risk Concerns Rise
Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes was 47 in January, up one point from December, according... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-16
Source: NAHB Now
NAHB Calls for Clear, Flexible Guidelines in OSHA Heat Standard
On Jan. 14, NAHB submitted comments in response to OSHA’s proposed rulemaking to establish the first federal standard for preventing... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-15
Source: NAHB Now
U.S. Population Growth Rate Reaches 23-Year High
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the number of U.S. residents grew by 3,304,757 in 2024, raising the total population... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-15
Source: NAHB Now
Housing Market Snapshot Featured in NAHB's Monthly Update
The update provides the latest messaging framework to help members articulate the Federation's key housing priorities.... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-15
Source: NAHB Now
Single-Family Permits Up in November 2024  
Over the first eleven months of 2024, the total number of single-family permits issued year-to-date (YTD) nationwide reached 912,910. On... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-15
Source: Eye On Housing
By Danushka Nanayakkara-Skillington
Release of 2025 Committee and Council Appointments
Letters for 2025 Committee and Council appointments are tentatively scheduled to be released on Friday, Jan. 31.... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-14
Source: NAHB Now
Residential Construction Inputs Price Growth Slows in 2024
Prices for inputs to new residential construction—excluding capital investment, labor, and imports—were unchanged in December according to the most recent... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-14
Source: Eye On Housing
By Jesse Wade
How to Help Los Angeles Wildfire Relief Efforts
NAHB has information for members on how to support individuals impacted by the wildfires in Southern California.... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-14
Source: NAHB Now
How Fair Housing Applies to You
Buyers, sellers, and real estate professionals all have rights and responsibilities when it comes to discrimination-free property transactions. The federal... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-14
Source: Texas Association of Realtors News
By Texas REALTORS® Staff
Leadership Council Delegate Nominations Due Feb. 7
NAHB members who are interested in serving as a delegate to NAHB's 2025 Leadership Council are encouraged to contact their... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-13
Source: NAHB Now
Solid Job Market in December
The U.S. labor market finished 2024 with solid job growth and a decrease in the unemployment rate. In December, wage... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-13
Source: Eye On Housing
By Jing Fu
Business Management Strategies for Building Professionals
Being an expert at your craft doesn't necessarily make you an expert business manager. Running a successful business takes planning,... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-13
Source: NAHB Now
New Study Reveals Projections of a Slowdown in Household Growth, Housing Demand
According to a recent study from Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University, household growth in the coming years... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-10
Source: NAHB Now
Tech-Forward and Transitional: 2025 Kitchen Appliance Design Trends
Today's home buyers are more design-conscious than ever, and builders who focus on offering kitchens that blend innovation, functionality and... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-10
Source: NAHB Now
Podcast: Remembering a Pro-Housing President and a New Congress is Here
In the latest episode of NAHB’s podcast, Housing Developments, CEO Jim Tobin and COO Paul Lopez discuss what to expect... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-10
Source: NAHB Now
Residential Construction Loan Volumes Decline Over the Third Quarter
The total volume of outstanding acquisition, development, and construction (AD&C) loans made by FDIC-insured institutions fell for the third consecutive... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-10
Source: Eye On Housing
By Jesse Wade
Top OSHA Violations of 2024 and Higher Penalties for 2025
Violations related to fall prevention and safety led the list in 2024. Penalties also will be increasing for violations in... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-09
Source: NAHB Now
NAHB Members Surpass $40 Million in Savings in 2024, with More to Come in 2025
2024 marked another banner year for NAHB member benefits, as members saved over $40 million through the Member Savings Program.... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-09
Source: NAHB Now
U.S. Population Grows at Highest Rate Since 2001
According to the U.S. Census Bureau’s latest estimates, the U.S. resident population grew by 3,304,757 to a total population of... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-09
Source: Eye On Housing
By Jesse Wade
Beneficial Ownership Reporting Requirements Back on Hold – For Now
Federal appellate courts are deciding whether private companies must comply with beneficial ownership reporting requirements. As a result of a... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-08
Source: NAHB Now
Mortgage Applications Increase Marginally in December
The Market Composite Index, a measure of mortgage loan application volume from the Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) weekly survey, increase... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-08
Source: Eye On Housing
By Catherine Koh
Kentucky Trade School Receives Tools Donation to Support Students
The Enzweiler Building Institute (EBI) in Erlanger, Ky., received a generous donation from Lowe’s to enhance hands-on training for students... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-08
Source: NAHB Now
Applications for Leadership Grants and Scholarships Now Open
Applications are now open for select leadership grants and scholarships for qualified members to capitalize on these opportunities.... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-07
Source: NAHB Now
Construction Labor Market Tightens A Little
After a period of slowing associated with declines for some elements of the residential construction industry, the count of open... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-07
Source: Eye On Housing
By Robert Dietz
World Leaders Discuss Solutions to Global Housing Affordability Crisis
At a recent meeting of housing ministers from Group of Seven (G7) countries, specific principles of housing affordability were discussed... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-07
Source: NAHB Now
Nominate an Outstanding EO for an Association Excellence Award
NAHB is accepting nominations for the Individual Association Excellence Awards Awards through March 31, 2025.... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-06
Source: NAHB Now
Construction Job Data Improves in November
Nonfarm payroll employment increased in 38 states and the District of Columbia in November compared to the previous month, while... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-06
Source: NAHB Now
FHFA, Treasury Modify Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac Conservatorship Agreements
The Federal Housing Finance Agency and the U.S. Department of the Treasury on Jan. 3 announced amendments to the Preferred... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-03
Source: NAHB Now
Home Prices Continue to Slow in October 
Home price growth continued to slow in October, growing at a rate of 3.60% year-over-year, according to the S&P CoreLogic... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-03
Source: Eye On Housing
By Onnah Dereski
One Week Left to Save on Early IBS Pricing
As the No. 1 event for the residential construction industry, the International Builders’ Show (IBS) offers industry professionals an opportunity... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-03
Source: NAHB Now
NAHB, 15 State Attorneys General File Suit Against HUD’s Energy Codes Mandate
NAHB and 15 state attorneys general have filed a complaint in the Eastern District of Texas seeking to stop the... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-02
Source: NAHB Now
Private Residential Construction Spending Inches Up in November
Private residential construction spending edged up by 0.1% in November 2024, according to the latest U.S. Census Construction Spending data.... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-02
Source: Eye On Housing
By Na Zhao
Build Better Remodeling Business Practices at IBS 2025
With a decrease in new home construction, the aging housing stock signals a growing remodeling market. Rising home prices also... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-02
Source: NAHB Now
Keeping Housing at Forefront of the National Agenda in 2024
NAHB’s advocacy team posted key wins for our members in 2024, including making housing a top priority at all levels... Read more
Published on: 2025-01-01
Source: NAHB Now
2024 Home Building in Review: A Year of Careful Resilience
The 2024 residential construction market was marked by a mixture of cautious optimism and ongoing challenges. NAHB Chief Economist Dr.... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-31
Source: NAHB Now
Top Posts – Homeownership Rates of Family Households
With the end of 2024 approaching, NAHB’s Eye on Housing is reviewing the posts that attracted the most readers over... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-31
Source: Eye On Housing
By Catherine Koh
Top Posts – How Quickly Do Prices Respond to Monetary Policy?
With the end of 2024 approaching, NAHB’s Eye on Housing is reviewing the posts that attracted the most readers over... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-31
Source: Eye On Housing
By Eric Lynch
Top 10 Housing Stories in 2024
With voters voicing strong concerns about housing availability and affordability, housing issues took center stage in the pivotal 2024 election... Read more
Published on: 2024-12-30
Source: NAHB Now
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