NAHB Articles
NAHB Articles
- 13 IBS Education Presentation Replays Now Available September 10, 2026To help industry professionals stay ahead of residential construction trends and bring actionable ideas to their businesses, NAHB is offering members exclusive access to the most valuable IBS Education sessions from the 2026 show.
- How to Use the 2025 NGBS to Build Your Business and Your Brand September 10, 2026As the National Green Building Standard (NGBS) becomes more widely recognized at the federal, state and local levels, it becomes an increasingly valuable tool to help home builders grow their business and engage with clients. Here’s how home builders can benefit from using the latest edition of NGBS.
- TPS Uncertainty Remains for El Salvadoran Workers Living in the U.S. September 9, 2026The Trump administration’s expiration date of Sept. 9 for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for El Salvador has been effectively continued, affecting roughly 200,000 Salvadoran TPS holders in the U.S. and further straining the construction industry’s labor shortage.
- New Agency WOTUS Proposal Would Eliminate 'Wet Season' Concept September 9, 2026The Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers have announced a supplemental proposed rule offering a new approach to defining “waters of the United States” (WOTUS) under the Clean Water Act.
- How Winning an Associate Award Can Benefit You and Your Business September 8, 2026Every year, NAHB honors its top two Associate members for their achievements and essential work in the field with two awards: Associate of the Year and Associate Advocate of BUILD-PAC.
- How Are Rising Costs Impacting the Cost of Single-Family Homes? September 8, 2026The housing industry is experiencing elevated costs across the board — from land to labor and building materials. NAHB’s Economics team is in the process of measuring how these rising costs impact the cost to build single-family homes. And we need your help.
- National Flood Insurance Program Extended Through Dec. 11 September 4, 2026Congress passed a short-term continuing resolution extending funding at current levels for federal programs through Dec. 11.
- NAHB’s Monthly Update Features Trade and Economic Trends September 4, 2026Stay informed on the issues shaping the housing industry by reviewing the monthly update talking points. The latest edition includes messages on trade issues and market conditions.
- Join NAHB in Celebrating Professional Women in Building Week Sept. 14-18 September 4, 2026Join NAHB for a week of inspiring events and learning opportunities that showcase the achievements of women the industry. PWB Week will also highlight our efforts to promote, train, advance and recruit more women into the field.
- 22 HBAs, 4 Individuals Recognized for Innovative State and Local Programming September 3, 2026Association Excellence Awards recognize innovative programs and leadership from state and local HBAs. In 2026, 22 HBAs and four individuals were honored at the Association Management Conference in St. Louis.
- Podcast: Challenges Ahead for Housing and Congress September 3, 2026On the latest episode of NAHB’s podcast, Housing Developments, CEO Jim Tobin and COO Paul Lopez highlight major issues impacting the residential construction industry — including immigration, gas bans and tariffs — and key upcoming events.
- Jobsite Safety is Falling Behind at Smaller Home Builders, But Can Improve September 3, 2026According to a new academic study, small residential construction firms account for a disproportionate number of annual construction fatalities, but opportunities exist to improve jobsite safety through more deliberate communication and safety buffers.
- HUD Clarifies Filing Deadline for Fair Housing Design and Construction Claims September 2, 2026The Department of Housing and Urban Development has issued new guidance clarifying that Fair Housing Act (FHA) design and construction accessibility violations are discrete acts, not continuing violations. HUD now considers these claims to arise during the design and construction process and end when construction is complete.
- Florida HBA Opens New 43,000-Square-Foot Workforce Education Center September 2, 2026The Northeast Florida Builders Association debuted its new 43,000-square-foot Workforce Education Center and headquarters with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Aug. 13.
- New York Housing Leader Warns Congress Gas Bans Undermine Affordability September 2, 2026Michael Fazio, executive director of the New York State Builders Association, told Congress today that energy mandates are driving up construction costs and deepening the housing affordability crisis.
- The Importance of NAHB's Associate Members September 1, 2026Associate members comprise nearly two-thirds of NAHB's membership and represent a slew of crucial trades specialties including accounting, manufacturing, financial services, retail and wholesale, and more.
- Registration Now Open for NAHB International Builders’ Show in Las Vegas September 1, 2026The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) officially opened online registration and housing today for the 2027 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS), the largest annual light construction trade show in the world.
- Large Metro Core Counties Drive Drop in Single-Family Market Share September 1, 2026Single-family construction remained soft across most geographic areas in the second quarter of 2026, as rising building material costs, elevated interest rates and economic uncertainty continued to weigh on the industry. By contrast, multifamily construction strengthened in most regions, supported by solid rental housing demand, according to the latest findings from the NAHB Home Building […]
- Top Safety Tips for Mini Excavators August 31, 2026NAHB's new video and resources focus on how to safely operate mini excavators — versatile machines commonly used for digging, trenching, grading, backfilling and material handling on construction sites.
- Which New Construction Markets are Most Attractive for Out-of-Town Buyers? August 31, 2026Based on data from the latest New-Construction Insights report from Realtor.com, out-of-town buyers are driving the new construction market. See which areas are drawing the most interest.