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- NAHB Chairman Lays Out Vision for Future of the Federation in New VideoNAHB Chairman Bill Owens has launched Blueprint to 100, a modernization initiative in anticipation of NAHB’s 100th anniversary in 2042.
- NAHB’s Monthly Update Features a Codes Victory and Economic SnapshotThe talking points this month feature news related to federal energy code mandates and the current economic conditions for the housing industry.
- Call Before You Dig: 6 Key Steps to Prevent Utility Strikes on the JobsiteApril’s National Safe Digging Month is a timely reminder for builders, contractors and trade partners to prioritize one of the most critical and often overlooked jobsite safety practices: preventing utility strikes.
- NAHB Offers Customizable Materials, Shop Talks for New Homes MonthEvery April, NAHB celebrates New Homes Month, a time to spotlight the benefits of new construction to buyers across the country.
- Register Now for NAHB’s Spring Leadership Meeting and Legislative ConferenceNAHB committee and council members, delegates to the Leadership Council, members of the Board of Directors, and executive officers should make plans now to attend the Spring Leadership Meeting and Legislative Conference, June 9-13, at the Grand Hyatt Washington in Washington, D.C.
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- Job Growth Rebounds in MarchThe U.S. labor market showed signs of a modest rebound in March following a weak February, as payroll employment increased and the unemployment rate edged down to 4.3%. Job growth was led by healthcare, construction, and transportation and warehousing. However, signs of cooling are emerging. Job openings posted their largest decline in nearly a year […]
- Iran Conflict Reverses Decline in Mortgage RatesMortgage rates, which dipped below 6% in February, climbed back up to end the month just under 6.4%. According to Freddie Mac, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.18% in March, 13 points (bps) higher than February. The average 15-year rate also increased by the same amount to 5.56%. Despite the recent increase, both rates remain […]
- Consumer Confidence Climbs Despite Oil Price SurgeConsumer confidence in March rose to a three-month high as consumers’ improved view of current business and labor market conditions outweighed weaker future expectations. Despite the increase, consumers remained concerned as inflation expectations surged to a seven-month high due to the Iran war and job worries from economic uncertainty. The labor market differential, which measures […]
- Private Residential Construction Spending Slips in JanuaryPrivate residential construction spending declined 0.8% in January 2026, following two months of gains. This decline was driven by lower spending across single-family, multifamily construction, and home improvement. Despite the monthly decline, total residential construction spending remained 2.3% higher than a year ago. According to the latest construction spending data from the U.S. Census, single-family […]
- Soft Construction Labor Market Shows Decline for Open PositionsThe number of open positions in construction in February was down year-over-year, per the Bureau of Labor Statistics Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS). The current level of open jobs is down measurably from three years ago due to declines in construction activity, particularly in housing. However, recent gains for nonresidential construction have not fully […]
