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- Changing the Conversation about the Skilled Trades March 18, 2024Mollie Elkman, author of The House That She Built, shares insights on how to reframe the conversation about careers in construction to attract more young people to the industry.
- Builder Sentiment Rises Above Breakeven Point March 18, 2024Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes climbed three points to 51 in March, according to the NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) released today. This is the highest level since July 2023 and marks the fourth consecutive monthly gain for the index. It is also the first time that the sentiment […]
- Strong Rebound in Single-Family Permits to Start 2024 March 15, 2024In January 2024, the total number of single-family permits issued year to date (YTD) nationwide reached 75,906 — an increase of 43.1% over the January 2023 level of 53,062.
- Watch Video Highlights from the Leadership Meetings at the 2024 International Builders’ Show March 15, 2024NAHB members who were unable to join us in Las Vegas this February for the leadership meetings at the 2024 International Builders’ Show can watch some of the highlights on nahb.org.
- What Are the Differences Between Home Owner and Renter Wealth? March 14, 2024Homeownership plays an integral role in a household’s accumulation of wealth. Learn more about the role of homeownership, and the difference between home owner and renter household balance sheets across assets, debt and net worth.
- NAHB Supports First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit Legislation March 14, 2024NAHB-supported legislation has been introduced in the House and Senate that would create a refundable tax credit up to $15,000 for first-time home buyers.
- Pergolas: The New Essential in Home Building March 13, 2024The allure of outdoor living has never been stronger, with home builders seeking to meld luxury with practicality to cater to a new generation of home owners. At the forefront of this outdoor trend lies the pergola — a structure that effortlessly straddles comfort and sophistication.
- NHE Awards Grants to 3 Universities to Promote Workforce Development and Growth March 13, 2024The Homebuilding Education Leadership Program (HELP) has invested more than $5.9 million in grants to 47 colleges and universities nationwide to increase the number of qualified graduates entering the home building industry. Learn more about this year’s HELP grant recipients.
- Job Growth Continues to be Strong Across Most States March 12, 2024Nonfarm payroll employment increased across most of the country in January. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, nationwide total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 229,000, following a gain of 290,000 jobs in December.
- NAHB’s Most Successful Member Recruiter Honored for Milestone Achievement March 12, 2024S. Robert August, founder and president of North Star Synergies, recently surpassed 5,000 Spike credits -- which are awarded after a member joins the Federation or renews their membership -- making him the most successful recruiter in NAHB history.