NAHB Articles
NAHB Articles
- Georgia HBA Rebuilds Veteran’s Home Destroyed by Hurricane Helene November 11, 2025As we celebrate Veterans Day, NAHB members across the country are showing that service takes many forms, including helping veterans recover after natural disasters.
- Three-Bedroom Homes Reach Highest Market Share Since 2011 November 10, 2025Three-bedroom homes made up 47% of all single-family homes built in 2024, their largest share of new home starts since 2011. All other bedroom number categories fell from 2023.
- NAHB Urges OSHA to Develop Heat Standard Specific to Construction November 10, 2025NAHB’s continuing advocacy for a flexible, performance-based alternative to OSHA’s proposed rule on heat injury prevention in the workplace recently included participation in informal public hearings and the submission of formal comments.
- How Builders and Suppliers Can Strengthen Their Industry Connections November 7, 2025Two upcoming sessions — hosted by the NAHB Leading Suppliers Council in advance of the NAHB Fall Leadership Meeting — will offer a unique opportunity to explore both the big-picture challenges and the practical solutions shaping today’s housing market.
- NAHB Leaders Discuss Obstacles to Home Building at U.S. Chamber Housing Summit November 7, 2025In partnership with NAHB, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce on Nov. 6 hosted a daylong housing summit that included several panel discussions featuring members of Congress, industry leaders, and state and local officials that focused on how to resolve the housing affordability crisis and boost the housing supply.
- How NAHB is Thanking Top Recruiters November 7, 2025NAHB's Fall Recruitment Competition and IBS perks are among the ways all recruiters are being appreciated for their efforts.
- Reminder: Apply for NAHB Committees and Council Boards by Nov. 23 November 7, 2025Members interested in serving the housing industry are encouraged to apply to one of NAHB’s committees or council boards of trustees for the 2026 leadership year. Deadline to apply is Nov. 23.
- NAHB Commends HUD for Delaying Costly Energy Code Rule November 7, 2025NAHB Chairman Buddy Hughes issued the following statement after the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced a six-month delay in the implementation of mandatory energy code policy for multifamily developers.
- How the Right Construction Management Software Can Transform Your Business November 6, 2025As your business grows, manual processes can hold you back, costing you time, money, and opportunities to scale. The solution? Construction management software designed to streamline your operations, boost efficiency, and set the stage for sustainable growth.
- Multifamily Developer Confidence Increases in Third Quarter, But Still in Negative Territory November 6, 2025Confidence in the market for new multifamily housing increased year-over-year in the third quarter, according to the Multifamily Market Survey (MMS) released today by NAHB. The MMS produces two separate indices. The Multifamily Production Index (MPI) had a reading of 46, up six points year-over-year, while the Multifamily Occupancy Index (MOI) had a reading of […]
- NAHB and NARI Offer Guidance for Working with Remodelers November 6, 2025With recent reports of several regional home improvement firms abruptly ceasing operations, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) reaffirm the commitment of the industry to serve home owners.
- Podcast: Uncertainty Reigns in Washington and For Housing November 5, 2025On the latest episode of NAHB’s podcast, Housing Developments, CEO Jim Tobin and COO Paul Lopez delve into the immediate- and long-term impacts of the government shutdown on housing, and other key issues for members.
- 5 Economic Forecasts to Help Plan for 2026 November 5, 2025Every year, NAHB and other industry experts and economists bring their latest insights to the NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS). Register today and make sure to check out these sessions for the latest economic forecasts to help your business in 2026.
- California Homebuilding Foundation Advances Education, Workforce and Industry Leadership November 4, 2025As California faces a growing need for skilled trades workers and affordable housing, the California Homebuilding Foundation is helping students find careers in the industry.
- Mortgage Rates Reach Lowest Average in Over a Year November 4, 2025Mortgage rates in October fell to their lowest average in over a year. According to Freddie Mac, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.25% in October, 10 basis points (bps) lower than in September and 17 bps lower than a year ago.
- Delaware Pauses State Energy Code Overhaul After HBA's Concerns November 3, 2025Last week, Gregory Patterson, Secretary of the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), wrote to building industry stakeholders that he was declining to approve the Department’s own proposal to create one of the most aggressive energy codes in the country.
- Boost Efficiency and Cut Costs with Members-Only Discounts from Best Buy Business November 3, 2025Keeping up with new technology for your business can be costly. That’s why NAHB members have access to exclusive discounts through the Best Buy Business program — making it easier and more affordable to upgrade your tools and tech.
- U.S. Chamber of Commerce, NAHB Partner on Housing Summit October 31, 2025The U.S. Chamber of Commerce will host an inaugural housing summit, Building for Growth: Housing Solutions for a Stronger Economy, in partnership with NAHB on Thursday, Nov. 6.
- NAHB's Monthly Update Features Talking Points on Legislative Priorities October 31, 2025The update provides the latest messaging framework to help members articulate housing priorities and latest news related to the recent legislative proposals and the government shutdown.
- HBA Staff Appreciation Week Kicks Off October 31, 2025From Nov. 3-7, NAHB will celebrate HBA Staff Appreciation Week, an annual event that recognizes the individuals who serve the more than 650 home builders associations that make up NAHB.