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Trump Spotlights Workforce Development
NAHB Chairman Greg Ugalde and four workers in the construction trades attended today’s White House event commemorating the first anniversary of President Trump’s executive order that established the National Council for the American Worker.
New Home Sales Rebound in June Despite Affordability Concerns
Sales of newly built, single-family homes increased in June to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 646,000 units — a 7% rise from May’s downwardly revised reading.
How a New York Home was Built to Withstand a Hurricane
After experiencing the destruction of Hurricane Sandy, residents determined to rebuild realized their homes would need to be stronger and more resilient to stand up to a future filled with more severe weather.
Remodelers’ Confidence Holds Steady
NAHB’s Remodeling Market Index (RMI) posted a reading of 55 in the second quarter of 2019, rising one point from the previous quarter. The RMI has been consistently above 50 since the second quarter of 2013.
Single-Family Starts Increase in June
Single-family gains helped offset a drop in multifamily production as total housing starts edged 0.9% lower in June to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.25 million units.
Builder Confidence Holds Firm in July
Builder confidence in the market for newly-built single-family homes rose one point to 65 in July, according to the latest NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) released today. This marks the sixth consecutive month that sentiment levels have held at a steady range in the low- to mid-60s.
Builders and Consumers Weigh in on Resiliency of New Homes
The increasing number of significant natural disasters occurring over the past few years, along with ongoing concerns regarding the effects of climate change, have prompted discussions at every level of government on actions to increase the resiliency of communities, infrastructure and buildings.
Video: NAHB Chairman Updates Members on Housing Affordability Initiatives
In this month’s video update to members, NAHB Chairman Greg Ugalde discusses three important developments.
NAHB Closed to Commemorate Independence Day
NAHB’s office is closed July 4-5 to commemorate our nation’s birthday. As you enjoy your own celebrations. remember to salute the brave men and women who continue to keep us free.
Supreme Court Ruling Reaffirms Power of Federal Regulators
The U.S. Supreme Court today narrowly decided to uphold, with significant limits, a doctrine that has plagued the regulated community for years.
