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- 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.