NAHB Articles
NAHB Articles
- NAHB Monthly Update: What the Midterms Mean for Housing November 6, 2026NAHB’s Monthly Update equips members and HBA staff with timely talking points on the Federation’s top housing priorities. This month’s update covers the post-election outlook for housing, progress on permitting reform and NAHB’s response to the latest WOTUS proposal.
- Treasury Announces New Opportunity Zone Designations November 6, 2026The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service have announced new Opportunity Zone designations for more than 6,500 communities nationwide, effective Jan. 1, 2027.
- The Value of Being One of NAHB's Top Recruiters November 5, 2026Member-to-member recruitment is essential for growing NAHB’s membership. Here are the perks members are being rewarded with for their efforts.
- Multifamily Developer Confidence Weakens in Third Quarter November 5, 2026Confidence in the market for new multifamily housing weakened year-over-year in the third quarter, according to the Multifamily Market Survey (MMS) released today by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). The MMS produces two separate indices. The Multifamily Production Index (MPI) had a reading of 41, down five points year-over-year, while the Multifamily Occupancy […]
- Podcast: What the Blue Wave May Mean for Housing November 4, 2026On the latest episode of NAHB’s podcast, Housing Developments, CEO Jim Tobin and COO Paul Lopez are joined by Chief Advocacy Officer Ken Wingert to discuss the immediate aftermath of the midterm elections.
- NAHB Leadership Academy Prepares Next Generation of Member Leaders November 4, 2026In just three years, the NAHB Leadership Academy has grown into one of NAHB’s most impactful leadership development programs. The academy is now preparing to welcome its fourth cohort in 2027. Applications will be accepted through Nov. 16, 2026.
- NAHB Poised to Advance Housing Priorities After Midterms November 4, 2026NAHB Chief Advocacy Officer Ken Wingert provides an election analysis.
- New Reporting System Advances NAHB's Push for Better Appraisals November 3, 2026A new appraisal standard introduced by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac on Nov. 2 advances NAHB’s longstanding effort to ensure appraisals fully reflect new construction.
- NAHB Chief Economist Provides 2027 Outlook in Free December Webinar November 3, 2026NAHB Chief Economist Dr. Robert Dietz will be featured in a live webinar on Dec. 8, 2026, hosted by Pro Builder.
- Say Thank You During HBA Staff Appreciation Week November 2, 2026Celebrate the professionals who make the Federation stronger.
- Are ADUs Popular Among Today's Remodelers? November 2, 2026According to NAHB’s Remodeling Market Index, nearly a quarter of remodelers started an ADU project over the past twelve months; 24% indicated that they were building an addition for use as an ADU and 23% indicated that they were converting an existing space into an ADU.
- From Mr. Wonderful to Counting Crows, IBS 2027 Brings Out the Stars October 30, 2026The NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) always features leading experts and luminaries from the housing and real estate industry. The sheer size of the event also attracts talent from other walks of life.
- Chairman's Update: Apply Now to Serve on a Council or Committee October 30, 2026In his latest update, NAHB Chairman Bill Owens highlights the value of serving on a committee or council, and how members can apply.
- Four Ways HBAs Can Support Skilled Trades Education October 30, 2026Across the country, the Home Builders Institute works alongside home builders associations and their foundations to bring skilled trades education to more students and connect that education to opportunities in their communities.
- Fewer Ladders, Faster Inspections: Why Builders Are Turning to Drones October 29, 2026With rising material costs and lingering labor shortages, builders need to keep projects on schedule and on budget now more than ever. Drone as a Service can help, delivering next-generation aerial data insights to builders, without needing to purchase drones, hire pilots, or navigate regulatory approvals.
- NAHB Names Alison Benson as its New Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer October 29, 2026NAHB has promoted Alison Benson, CPA, to chief financial officer and treasurer. Benson brings more than two decades of accounting, financial planning and nonprofit financial management experience to the role. She joined NAHB in February 2026 as vice president, controller, and also served as interim treasurer.
- How Project Managers Can Effectively Set Expectations to Find Success October 28, 2026Hone your management skills in an upcoming Nov. 12 live online course titled “Project Controls Fundamentals: Monitoring Scope, Cost and Time” from 1-4 p.m. ET.
- What a Building Code Study Gets Wrong About Housing Affordability October 28, 2026A working paper from researchers at the University of Alabama concludes that when a jurisdiction adopts new residential building codes, it has no effect on the sales prices of homes. But a close technical review reveals that the study’s policy conclusions go well beyond what its analysis can establish.
- Legal Action Committee Awards Nearly $100,000 in Legal Support Grants at FLM October 27, 2026At its recent meeting during the NAHB Fall Leadership Meetings, the NAHB Legal Action Committee reviewed seven requests for Legal Action Fund assistance and recommended assistance in six.
- Affordability Challenges Push New Home Sales Lower October 27, 2026Sales of newly built single-family homes decreased 0.6% in September to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 676,000, following a downwardly revised August estimate, according to newly released data from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau. The pace of new home sales was 5.3% lower than a year […]