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Remodeling Industry Confidence Surges in Third Quarter
The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) released its Remodeling Market Index (RMI) in the third quarter of 2020, posting a reading of 82. The finding is a signal of residential remodelers’ strong confidence in their markets, for projects of all
Statement from NAHB Chairman Chuck Fowke on Need to Restart Stimulus Talks
Chuck Fowke, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and a custom home builder from Tampa, Fla., issued the following statement after President Trump announced that coronavirus stimulus talks would be put off until
Single-Family Housing Continues Growth in August
Single-family starts showed continued growth in August but overall housing production fell 5.1 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.42 million units due to a double-digit percentage decline in multifamily production
Statement from NAHB Chairman Chuck Fowke on CDC’s Rental Eviction Moratorium
Chuck Fowke, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and a custom home builder from Tampa, Fla., issued the following statement regarding the U.S. Centers for Disease Control
2021 International Builders’ Show Registration Opens with Discounts Offered Through September
The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) officially opened online registration today for the 2021 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS), the premier event of the residential
A Suburban Shift for Home Building
Evidence of a suburban shift for consumer home buying preferences as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic can be found in the second quarter National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)
New Home Sales Surge in July to 13-Year High
In a sign that the housing market continues to lead the economy during the coronavirus outbreak, sales of newly built, single-family homes rose to its highest pace since 2006, up 13.9 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 901,000 units in July
Strong July for Housing Starts
In a further sign that housing continues to boost the economy, single-family and multifamily starts each posted solid gains in July, with total housing production up 22.6 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual
Housing Affordability Hits 18-Month Low on Lack of Supply, Higher Prices
Despite low interest rates, a supply shortage coupled with rising home prices contributed to a decline in housing affordability in the second quarter of 2020, according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Opportunity Index
Statement from NAHB Chairman Chuck Fowke on NewDEAL Forum Housing Strategy
Chuck Fowke, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and a custom home builder from Tampa, Fla., issued the following statement after the NewDEAL Forum released its housing crisis strategy
Builder Confidence in the 55+ Housing Market Bounces Back in Second Quarter
Builder confidence in the single-family 55+ housing market bounced back in the second quarter, jumping 27 points to 65, according to the National Association of Home Builders' (NAHB) 55+ Housing Market Index (HMI) released today
Statement from NAHB Chairman Chuck Fowke on HUD Decision to Terminate Affirmatively Furthering Fair...
Chuck Fowke, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and a custom home builder from Tampa, Fla., issued the following statement over the Department of Housing
Single-Family Starts and Permits Post Double-Digit Gains in June
Led by solid single-family production, total housing starts increased 17.3 percent in June to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.19 million units, according to a report from the U.S. Housing
NAHB, NAR Partner to Educate Consumers, Members on Home Performance, Sustainability
The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and the National Association of Realtors® on Tuesday launched a new joint initiative, Home Performance Counts, designed to help consumers better understand the rapidly growing
New Home Sales Jump in May as Housing Rebound Continues
In a further sign that the housing market is rebounding from the COVID-19 pandemic, sales of newly built, single-family homes rose 16.6 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 676,000 units in May from a downwardly revised reading in April
New Housing Numbers Flash Signs of Continued Growth
he housing market continues to show forward momentum, single-family permits posted an 11.9 percent gain in May, while total housing starts increased 4.3 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 974,000 units
NAHB Safety Handbook Primes Builders on Newly-Released OSHA Regulations
In the residential construction industry, a safe work environment and well-written, up-to-date program isn’t optional, it’s legally essential. Not only does it keep employees healthy and safe
In a Positive Sign New Home Sales Hold Steady in April
n a sign that the housing market is stabilizing in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, sales of newly built, single-family homes rose 0.6 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 623,000 units in April
COVID-19 Pandemic Concerns Cause Weakening in Multifamily Builder and Developer Confidence in First Quarter
Confidence in the market for new multifamily housing weakened significantly in the first quarter of 2020, according to results from the Multifamily Market Survey (MMS) released today
Statement from NAHB Chairman Dean Mon on Bill to Provide More Access to SBA...
Dean Mon, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and a home builder and developer from Shrewsbury, N.J., today issued the following statement on House legislation that would expand access to the Paycheck Protection Program
