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- Kansas City Council Approves Critical Amendments to 2021 IECC for New Homes February 13, 2026The Kansas City Council approved amendments to the city’s energy code for new home construction after the disastrous rollout of the unamended 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) caused home building in the city to grind to a halt.
- Existing Home Sales in January Plunged to Lowest Level Since 2024 February 13, 2026Existing home sales in January fell to lowest level since August 2024 as tight inventory continued to push home prices higher and winter weather weighed on sales activity.
- The Biggest Challenges Expected by Home Builders in 2026 February 12, 2026According to the latest NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index, 84% of home builders felt the most significant challenge builders faced in 2025 was high interest rates and 65% anticipate interest rates will remain a problem in 2026.
- Low-Rise Multifamily Shows Strength at End of 2025; Other Segments Weak February 12, 2026Confidence in the market for new multifamily housing decreased year-over-year in the fourth 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 45, down three points year-over-year, while the Multifamily Occupancy Index (MOI) had a reading of […]
- 5 Reasons Home Builders Are the Unsung Heroes of the American Dream February 11, 2026Behind the homes people cherish are builders quietly carrying more responsibility — and having more impact — than most Americans realize. Here’s why their work matters far beyond the jobsite.
- NAHB Cites Policy Priorities to Bipartisan Working Group February 11, 2026NAHB Chief Lobbyist Lake Coulson on Feb. 10 addressed members of the Congressional Bipartisan Policy Working Group and urged the nearly dozen Democratic and Republican members of Congress to assist home builders in three key areas – comprehensive housing legislation, building codes and workforce development.
- NAHB Blitzes Capitol Hill in Support of Energy Choice Act February 10, 2026In an unprecedented move to advance legislation vital to NAHB members and the housing community, every member of the NAHB Government Affairs team fanned out across Capitol Hill today urging House lawmakers to bring the Energy Choice Act quickly to a vote on the House floor.
- Planning for IBS? Schedule a Stop at NAHB HQ February 10, 2026NAHB HQ has something for everyone. All registrants can participate in enrichment sessions, learn about NAHB membership, and network with attendees. NAHB members will have exclusive member-only areas with giveaways, snacks, charging areas, and more.
- House Passes NAHB-Supported Major Housing Package February 10, 2026The House this evening approved the Housing for the 21st Century Act, a major bipartisan housing package that takes much-needed steps toward addressing our nation’s critical lack of housing.
- The Housing Shortage, Explained by 2024 Data February 9, 2026Persistently low homeowner and rental vacancy rates indicate that the U.S. housing market remains structurally undersupplied.