NAHB Chief Economist Dr. Robert Dietz provided the following economic overview in his bi-weekly newsletter, Eye On the Economy.

A multidimensional supply shock is weakening the U.S. economy, fueled by the delayed effects of the 2025 trade wars and tariffs,… Continue reading →

NAHB recently announced the latest winners of the Grand Awards, one of NAHB’s annual membership awards.

The Grand Awards honor associations that achieved exceptional success in membership growth. The categories include:

• Largest numerical increase
• Highest percentage increase
• Highest retention rate… Continue reading →

Wesley “Wess” Galyon, a longtime leader who served as president and CEO of the Wichita Area Builders Association (WABA) for 40 years, passed away on April 11.

“Wess leaves an enduring legacy of leadership and service that shaped the NAHB… Continue reading →

Economic uncertainty coupled with rising building material costs and interest rates resulted in a sharp decline in builder sentiment in April as the housing market enters into the heart of the spring buying season.

Builder confidence in the market for… Continue reading →

The U.S. Department of Commerce has signaled that it plans to lower antidumping and countervailing tariffs later this year on imports of Canadian softwood lumber products from the current rate of about 35.16% to 24.83% following its annual review of… Continue reading →

What if one speaking opportunity could elevate your reputation, expand your network and put your ideas in front of thousands of the people shaping the future of home building? That’s exactly what the NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) offers.

As… Continue reading →

The White House today released its Economic Report of the President (ERP) that contains a section on housing and homeownership that cites NAHB regulatory studies.

Specifically, the ERP highlighted an initiative proposed during the Biden administration that called on the… Continue reading →

In an important win for New York home builders and housing affordability, the New York State Supreme Court has issued a decision annulling the state’s new definition of what a “freshwater wetland” is based on violations of the State Environmental… Continue reading →

In the latest episode of NAHB’s podcast, Housing Developments, CEO Jim Tobin and COO Paul Lopez delve into market uncertainties ahead of the spring home buying season, efforts to bolster housing supply, what the 2027 budget cuts could mean for… Continue reading →

Profitability for residential remodelers reached its highest level in nearly 30 years in 2024, according to NAHB’s most recent Remodelers’ Cost of Doing Business Study. The ongoing housing affordability crisis has pushed home owners to consider upgrading their homes… Continue reading →

Immigrant work totaled 26.3% of the entire construction workforce in 2024, a record high. The number is even higher among construction trades as immigrants accounted for one-third of that workforce.

A recent NAHB analysis details the states and construction trades… Continue reading →

Spend enough time in this industry, and you start to recognize a pattern. It’s rarely the loud, obvious shifts that cause the most damage.

It’s the quiet misreads — the moments where the signal is there, but the interpretation is… Continue reading →

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) released its NAHB/Westlake Royal Remodeling Market Index (RMI) for the first quarter, posting a reading of 62. While this reading is down two points from the previous quarter, it is still solidly in… Continue reading →

The NAHB Board of Directors will convene virtually on Tuesday, April 14, at 10 a.m. ET. A livestream is available on nahb.org for NAHB members and HBA executive officers who would like to observe the meeting.

View the meeting livestream… Continue reading →

As part of a statewide effort to expand trades education, the Home Builders Association of Metro Mobile (HBAMM) launched the South Alabama Homebuilding Academy (SAHA), an eight-week, tuition-free program to prepare adults for careers in residential construction.

The academy began… Continue reading →

The International Code Council (ICC) will hold its combined Public Comment Hearings for the 2024-2027 building code cycle beginning April 19 in Hartford, Conn.

NAHB members are encouraged to attend the event live or watch via webcast to better understand… Continue reading →

President Trump has proposed a budget that would cut non-defense discretionary spending by $73 billion for fiscal year 2027, which runs from Oct. 1, 2026, through Sept. 30, 2027. The spending reductions include a $10.7 billion cut — about 13%… Continue reading →

The NAHB IBS Sustainability and Green Building Scholarship aims to provide emerging green builders exposure to the world of high-performance homes and help jump-start their professional journey by attending the International Builders’ Show (IBS). The 2026 scholarship winner was… Continue reading →

The U.S. labor market showed signs of a modest rebound in March following a weak February, as payroll employment increased and the unemployment rate edged down to 4.3%. Job growth was led by construction (+26,000), healthcare (+76,000), and transportation and… Continue reading →

NAHB Chairman Bill Owens, a home builder and remodeler from Ohio, describes his long-term vision for the NAHB Federation in the latest Chairman’s Update video. Owens has launched Blueprint to 100, a modernization initiative in anticipation of NAHB’s 100th anniversary… Continue reading →

To help members articulate key housing priorities, NAHB’s Monthly Update provides the latest messaging framework for the Federation. Some highlights for this month include issue updates and talking points related to:

• NAHB Chairman Bill Owens vision for the Federation’s future… Continue reading →

As construction activity ramps up with warmer weather, excavation work becomes more frequent across residential jobsites. April’s National Safe Digging Month is a timely reminder for builders, contractors and trade partners to prioritize one of the most critical and often… Continue reading →

Every April, NAHB celebrates New Homes Month, a time to spotlight the benefits of new construction to buyers across the country. In support, NAHB provides the New Homes Month Toolkit, a communications playbook featuring customizable materials to promote the… Continue reading →

NAHB committee and council members, delegates to the Leadership Council, members of the Board of Directors, and executive officers should make plans now to attend the Spring Leadership Meeting and Legislative Conference, June 9-13, at the Grand Hyatt Washington in… Continue reading →

During New Homes Month in April, the home building industry is responding to market conditions by constructing homes that balance price and meet modern home buyer needs. According to U.S. Census Bureau and National Association of Realtors data, newly built… Continue reading →

NAHB is forming a joint working group under the Construction Codes & Standards (CC&S) Committee, the Multifamily Council, and the Land Development Committee to foster development of NAHB’s long-term vision for “missing middle” housing and establish positions in the short… Continue reading →

Managing finances — both personal and business — is a constant part of working in the home building industry. From navigating cash flow to planning for long-term growth, having the right financial tools in place can make a meaningful difference.… Continue reading →

Faith Coggins never imagined that just two years after her professors at Alabama A&M University (AAMU) recommended she help create the school’s first-ever NAHB student chapter, she’d see her classmates compete on the biggest stage.

AAMU made its debut at… Continue reading →

In a sign of ongoing affordability challenges and a tepid housing market, single-family construction fell across all geographic regions in the second half of 2025, with the exception of low-density, low-populated micro counties. Conversely, multifamily construction posted gains across all… Continue reading →

Residential demolition activity in 2025 dipped slightly by 0.1% compared to 2024, but remained well above pre-pandemic levels. NAHB analysis of Construction Monitor data shows permits have generally trended upward since 2018, with 2020 as the only major interruption.

After… Continue reading →

NAHB consistently works across all levels of government to address key issues impacting the housing industry, from alleviating the housing affordability crisis and permitting roadblocks to adopting reasonable building codes and promoting careers in the skilled trades. Our members play… Continue reading →

As we celebrate Women’s History Month, we honor the incredible women shaping the home-building industry’s past, present and future. For 70 years, the NAHB Professional Women in Building (PWB) Council has championed women’s leadership, education and innovation in construction.

The… Continue reading →

Currently, new home construction faces headwinds such as rising material costs, a persistent labor shortage, and elevated interest rates. These challenges have contributed to an insufficient supply of new construction, making the nation’s owner-occupied housing stock significantly older over time.… Continue reading →

This article was written by Jim Cozzi of Lew Electric Fittings Company. The article was published on NAHBNow as a benefit of membership within the NAHB Leading Suppliers Council (LSC).

Kitchen islands have become one of the most important features… Continue reading →

On the latest episode of NAHB’s podcast, Housing Developments, CEO Jim Tobin and COO Paul Lopez sit down with 2026 NAHB Chairman Bill Owens to discuss his plans for the year ahead, including the Blueprint to 100 initiative, and what’s… Continue reading →

Builder confidence continued to inch up in March despite ongoing economic uncertainty across the nation and around the world. Now is more important than ever for builders to tactfully manage their budgets and strategically plan for the future to… Continue reading →

BuilderBooks, the publishing arm of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), recently released Frameworks for BOLD Leadership: Blueprints to Build Trust, Teams, and Legacy. The new title equips leaders at every level with tools to lead with clarity,… Continue reading →

Although not a huge jump, 2025 featured the highest construction volume for multifamily missing middle housing starts since 2007. The missing middle construction sector includes development of medium-density housing, such as townhouses, duplexes and other small multifamily… Continue reading →

Roofing is an inherently dangerous job, with workers exposed to the elements at height on a pitched surface with few natural barriers. Due to this reality, it’s also the job with the most safety resources and products.

It’s up to… Continue reading →

During the most recent Indiana legislative session, the Indiana BA (IBA) played a pivotal role in passing legislation to lower housing costs. Governor Mike Braun signed the House Enrolled Act 1001 into law, a comprehensive bill to expand Indiana’s housing… Continue reading →

NAHB’s Historically Black College and University (HBCU) Student Leadership program hosted the third annual Black Builder and Mentor Mixer at the 2026 International Builders’ Show in Orlando.

The event at The New American Home 2026 welcomed 160 students and mentors,… Continue reading →

The Federal Reserve continued its current pause for rate reductions at the conclusion of the March meeting of the Federal Open Market Committee, the central bank’s monetary policy body. The Fed held the short-term federal funds rate at a top… Continue reading →

Economic uncertainty, severe winter weather and housing affordability concerns acted as headwinds on the market in January.

Sales of newly built single-family homes fell 17.6% in January, to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 587,000 from a downwardly revised December… Continue reading →

Builders lose time and capital chasing parcels that look viable on paper but fall apart due to underwriting mistakes, political volatility, and regulatory complexity that traditional research methods can’t surface fast enough.

Relying on disparate sources — county websites, planning… Continue reading →

The NAHB Nominations Committee has certified one candidate for 2027 Third Vice Chairman:  Don Dabbert, from Fargo, N.D., who is a member of the Building Industry Association of the Red River Valley. He will address the NAHB Leadership Council… Continue reading →

Registration is now open for NAHB’s annual Spring Membership Drive. This is a key opportunity to help expand the Federation, and home builders associations (HBAs) can earn additional perks in the process.

This year’s drive emphasizes the power of member-to-member… Continue reading →

BuilderBooks, the publishing arm of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) released a new title, AI in Residential Construction: A Blueprint for Lasting Impact and Success.

Artificial Intelligence is already shaping the residential construction industry, and the builders… Continue reading →

On March 9, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) released guidance requiring states to harmonize their laws, regulations and practices with federal rules concerning the administration of the National Apprenticeship System (NAS).

The guidance is intended to promote the growth… Continue reading →

Builder sentiment inched up in March even as builders continue to express affordability concerns stemming from elevated construction costs and shortages of buildable lots and labor.

Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes rose one point to… Continue reading →

President Trump on March 13 issued two executive orders on housing to remove regulatory barriers and provide better access to mortgage credit that will help ease the nation’s housing affordability crisis.

“The president’s executive order to remove regulatory barriers… Continue reading →

Bill Owens, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and a home builder and remodeler from Worthington, Ohio, issued the following statement after President Trump announced today’s executive orders on housing:

“NAHB commends President Trump for taking bold… Continue reading →

Since 1973, the Northeast Florida Builders Association’s (NEFBA) Apprenticeship Program has trained skilled trades professionals for careers in residential construction. Soon, a 43,000-square-foot Workforce Development Center will set up the program for the next 50 years.

To combat Florida’s… Continue reading →

The Senate today passed the 21^st Century ROAD to Housing Act in an attempt to bolster the nation’s housing supply.

NAHB has previously supported the bill, which had included many favorable positions for the housing industry. But a… Continue reading →

Bill Owens, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and a home builder and remodeler from Worthington, Ohio, issued the following statement after the Senate passed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act:

“While the Senate-passed housing package… Continue reading →

Elevated construction costs and constrained affordability conditions led to a reduction in single-family housing starts in January.

However, led by solid multifamily production, overall housing starts increased 7.2% in January to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.49 million units,… Continue reading →

Every March, Women’s History Month shines a spotlight on the achievements of women who have shaped industries, communities and future generations. In residential construction, women continue to make a powerful impact on jobsites, in boardrooms and beyond through the knowledge… Continue reading →

NAHB members and leaders will head to Washington, D.C., June 9-13, for the NAHB Spring Leadership Meeting — a dynamic week of big-picture conversations and meaningful connections. Throughout the week, attendees will collaborate on key initiatives, tackle the industry’s most… Continue reading →

On the latest episode of NAHB’s podcast, Housing Developments, CEO Jim Tobin and COO Paul Lopez welcome VP of Legal Advocacy Tom Ward to discuss the impact of the recent court decision on the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s… Continue reading →

Late last month, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a decision that illustrates the potential risks associated with the United States Postal Service’s (USPS) push for centralized mail delivery. The ruling has important implications for home builders and developers who are… Continue reading →

NAHB recently announced the winners of its Fall Recruitment Competition, sponsored by LG Pro Builder.

Congratulations to the following NAHB members, each of whom recruited the most new members in their respective HBA size categories:

• Bill Cappuccio, Bcapp Consulting LLC… Continue reading →

The NAHB Building Systems Councils has awarded the S.A. Walters Award for Lifetime Achievement in Systems Built Housing to Laura Dwyer, recognizing her decades of leadership, innovation, and service to the home building industry.

Named after the man who became… Continue reading →

NAHB members who were unable to join us in Orlando, Fla., this February for the leadership meetings at the 2026 International Builders’ Show can watch some of the highlights on nahb.org, including:

• Installation of the 2026 Senior Officers, National Area/Associate… Continue reading →

A recent court decision in a case brought by NAHB and 15 states challenging federal energy code mandates is a major win for our members, housing affordability and common-sense regulations.

The United States District Court for the Eastern District of… Continue reading →

Bill Owens, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and a home builder and remodeler from Worthington, Ohio, issued the following statement after the Eastern District Court of Texas issued its decision in a lawsuit brought by NAHB… Continue reading →

The NAHB Nominations Committee announces that Bill Truex, president, Truex Preferred Construction in Englewood, Fla., has submitted his Letter of Intent to seek certification as a candidate for NAHB 2028 Third Vice Chairman. He is a member of the… Continue reading →

Housing demand hasn’t waned. For many, it’s merely delayed.

Starts are trending downward, transaction volume is muted, and manufacturers are reporting softer orders.

Yet inventory remains tight, and millions of households sit just outside qualification… Continue reading →

Results from special questions included in the recent National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) reveal that home builders expect a mix of demographic, economic and technological forces to significantly influence the long-term health of the… Continue reading →

Though new and existing homes remain largely unaffordable, the needle moved slightly in the right direction in the second half of 2025, according to the latest data from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Cost of Housing Index… Continue reading →

Residential improvement activity remained solid in 2024, supported by an aging housing stock, elevated homeowner equity, and a growing need for aging-in-place improvements. According to the 2024 Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) data, the number of home improvement loan applications… Continue reading →

To help members articulate key housing priorities, NAHB’s Monthly Update provides the latest messaging framework for the Federation. Some highlights for this month include issue updates and talking points related to:

• The Supreme Court ruling related to President Trump’s tariffs… Continue reading →

Late last week, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) issued a final revision of regulations governing the standard for determining joint employer status under the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA). A company with joint employer status under the NLRA must… Continue reading →

Delaware home builders’ advocacy efforts have paid off. On Feb. 26, Delaware Governor Matt Meyer signed an Executive Order to streamline state permitting regulations. Members of the HBA of Delaware (HBADE) were invited by the Governor to attend the signing.… Continue reading →

The 2026 International Builders’ Show saw nearly 75,000 builders, remodelers, developers and other home building professionals race through the halls of the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando.

Students attending the show took advantage of the industry-leading education and networking… Continue reading →

NAHB worked with Sens. Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.) and Chris Coons (D-Del.) to introduce legislation that would address the housing affordability crisis by creating an exemption process for building materials from tariffs.

The Housing Tariff Exclusion Act would automatically exempt many… Continue reading →

The Army Corps of Engineers on Feb. 23 announced a new initiative called “Building Infrastructure, Not Paperwork” that the agency said will “shorten permitting timelines, and reduce or eliminate extraneous regulations and paperwork.” The transformation initiative features 27… Continue reading →

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) today published notice of its intent to revise its regulations that distinguish covered employees from exempt independent contractors for enforcement purposes under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)… Continue reading →

State and local home builders associations are on the frontlines advocating pro-housing policies to improve housing affordability in their communities. In support of these ongoing efforts, NAHB’s State and Local Government Affairs Committee approved $190,000 in financial assistance to 11… Continue reading →

March is Ladder Safety Month, an annual public awareness campaign presented by the American Ladder Institute (ALI) and sponsored by NAHB. It’s the perfect time to review your safety policies and procedures for using one of the most… Continue reading →

A major force behind America’s housing affordability challenge isn’t just a market issue — it’s largely a mobility issue. American households are relocating at the lowest rate ever recorded.

In 2024, only about 1 in 10 households changed homes, according… Continue reading →

The National Housing Center Board of Governors has announced the recipients of the 2026 National Housing Center Awards.

The Exemplary Service to Home Building Awards recognize individuals for outstanding and commendable accomplishments in service to the housing industry. The 2026… Continue reading →

The House today approved the Homeowner Energy Freedom Act, NAHB-supported legislation that would repeal burdensome provisions from the Inflation Reduction Act, including a provision that provides states $1 billion to incentivize the adoption of the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code… Continue reading →

According to NAHB’s analysis of the American Community Survey (ACS) data, the headship rates among young adults (the share of adults ages 25-34 heading their own households) declined in 2024 to 43.7%. Declining headship rates mean that adults form fewer… Continue reading →

At its recent meeting at the 2026 International Builders’ Show in Orlando, the NAHB Legal Action Committee reviewed requests for Legal Action Fund assistance and recommended a total of $125,000 in legal grants, which was approved by the NAHB Board… Continue reading →

New NAHB analysis shows how widespread the housing affordability challenge remains across the United States.

In 39 states and the District of Columbia, more than 65% of households are unable to afford the median-priced new home, indicating a significant disconnect… Continue reading →

The average interest rate on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell to around 6% last week, the lowest rate borrowers have seen in close to three years. Borrowers will not only enjoy lower monthly payments at that rate, but it also… Continue reading →

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The Supreme Court on Feb. 20 ruled that President Trump’s attempts to use emergency powers under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) was not valid.

While the Supreme Court’s ruling reins in presidential authority… Continue reading →

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) received nearly 650 application submissions for the 2025 Best in American Living™ Awards, sponsored by Smeg. The winners—66 Gold winners who took home top honors and 159 Silver winners—were announced last week at… Continue reading →

Every February, the home building industry celebrates Career and Technical Education Month, a time to spotlight the training and educational opportunities that prepare students for careers in the trades. This is the fourth story in a weekly series highlighting the… Continue reading →

New home sales closed out 2025 on a mixed yet resilient note, pointing to steady underlying demand even as affordability pressures and limited supply continued to weigh on the market. Although sales dipped 1.7% from November to December, activity in… Continue reading →

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) named the winners of its 13th annual Best of IBS™ Awards during the NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) in Orlando. The awards were presented during a ceremony held on the final day of… Continue reading →

Leading development teams aren’t just evaluating parcels — they’re identifying opportunities before they’re widely visible. They track subtle signals of growth, study ownership patterns before sites formally hit the market, and position capital ahead of demand.

Historically, doing that required… Continue reading →

Bill Owens, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and a home builder and remodeler from Worthington, Ohio, issued the following statement after the Supreme Court issued its verdict curtailing the power of President Trump to impose tariffs… Continue reading →

Nearly 75,000 registrants filled the exhibit halls of the Orange County Convention Center as the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) hosted the NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS), the largest annual light construction show in the world, Feb. 17-19.… Continue reading →

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) announced the winners of the 2025 Best in American Living™ Awards (BALA) during the NAHB International Builders’ Show in Orlando. The awards are sponsored by Smeg.

The 2025 BALA categories include design, multifamily… Continue reading →

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) honored top achievements in residential real estate sales, marketing, individual achievement and global excellence at The Nationals℠ Awards Gala (sponsored by Chase) during the NAHB International Builders’ Show in Orlando. Awards were… Continue reading →

Housing affordability has declined significantly in recent years. The deterioration in price-to-income ratio has been a key factor, as home prices have risen 53% since 2019, while median household income has risen only 24%. This has notably decreased the share… Continue reading →

In the latest episode of NAHB’s podcast, Housing Developments, CEO Jim Tobin and COO Paul Lopez take center stage at NAHB HQ at the 2026 International Builders’ Show (IBS) in Orlando, with special guest Jason Eichenholz sharing his behind-the-scenes involvement… Continue reading →

Jim Chapman, an Atlanta-based real estate developer with more than 25 years of experience in the construction field, was elected today as 2026 third vice chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) during the association’s International Builders’ Show… Continue reading →

Gary Campbell, a Lowell, Mass.-based real estate developer and remodeler with more than 30 years of experience in the construction field, today was elected 2026 second vice chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) during the association’s International… Continue reading →