NAHB

NAHB (National Association of Home Builders) is a trade association that helps promote the policies that make housing a national priority. Since 1942, NAHB has been serving its members, the housing industry, and the public at large.

Contact:

Ann Marie Moriarty
202-266-8350

   http://www.nahb.org/

    Builder Confidence Hits Major Milestone in June

    June 17, 2013 Posted by

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – June 17, 2013 – (RealEstateRama) — Builder confidence in the market for newly-built single-family homes hit a significant milestone in June, surging eight points to a reading of 52 on the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) released today. Any reading over 50 indicates that more builders view sales conditions as good than poor.

    More Home Sales, Increased Demand for New Products Lead to Bigger, Better Trade Show

    June 12, 2013 Posted by

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – June 12, 2013 – (RealEstateRama) — Gearing up for the return of a healthy home building and remodeling market, manufacturers and suppliers have stepped up plans for exhibit spaces for the new Design and Construction Week, when the International Builders’ Show (IBS) and the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) join forces for a mega-exhibit in Las Vegas Feb. 4-6, 2014

    List of Improving Housing Markets Rises to 263 Metros in June

    June 6, 2013 Posted by

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – June 6, 2013 – (RealEstateRama) — The number of U.S. housing markets on the mend rose by five to a total of 263 in June, according to the National Association of Home Builders/First American Improving Markets Index (IMI), released today. The list includes entrants from 49 states and the District of Columbia.

    More Than 750 Builders Discuss Housing Issues in Hill Visits

    June 6, 2013 Posted by

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – June 6, 2013 – (RealEstateRama) — More than 750 builders from across the nation converged on Capitol Hill today for the annual National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Legislative Conference to urge their lawmakers to support policies that will keep the housing recovery moving forward and increase housing opportunities for all Americans.

    New Book Helps Businesses Take Their Social Media Presence to the Next Level

    June 6, 2013 Posted by

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – June 6, 2013 – (RealEstateRama) — The third edition of Social Media 3.0: It’s Easier Than You Think helps businesses rev up their social media program to take it to the next level. This popular resource, recently released by MyHome Press, an imprint of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), helps readers get the most from social media using tools such as Pinterest, Google+, Tumblr, Instagram, Houzz and Foursquare to increase their visibility and improve their sales results.

    Builders Urge Congress to Pursue Pro-Housing Policies to Spur Job and Economic Growth

    June 4, 2013 Posted by

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – June 4, 2013 – (RealEstateRama) — New-home production and remodeling contribute billions of dollars to the nation’s economy each year, and with the right policies in place housing can serve as a catalyst to boost job and economic growth, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) told Congress today.

    Home Builders Building Homes that Young Buyers Want, Says NAHB

    June 3, 2013 Posted by

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – June 3, 2013 – (RealEstateRama) — During National Homeownership Month in June, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) is telling young people that the time is right to buy a home, and the nation’s builders are building the homes they want.

    Apartment and Condominium Market Remains Strong after Small Correction in the First Quarter of 2013

    May 30, 2013 Posted by

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – May 30, 2013 – (RealEstateRama) — The Multifamily Production Index (MPI), released today by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), inched down two points to an index level of 52. It is the fifth straight quarter with a reading over 50

    New-Home Sales Rise 2.3 Percent in April

    May 23, 2013 Posted by

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – May 23, 2013 – (RealEstateRama) — Sales of newly built, single-family homes rose 2.3 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 454,000 units in April, according to newly released figures from HUD and the U.S. Census Bureau. The gain builds on a strong upward revision to sales numbers reported for the previous month

    House Lead Paint Bill Would Help Remodelers, Consumers

    May 23, 2013 Posted by

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – May 23, 2013 – (RealEstateRama) — Responding to concerns from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and affiliated trade groups, bipartisan legislation to make much-needed improvements to the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Lead: Renovation, Repair and Painting (LRRP) rule was reintroduced in the U.S. House of Representatives today.

    NAHB Applauds Sens. Menendez and Isakson for Legislation to Spur Construction Lending

    May 23, 2013 Posted by

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – May 23, 2013 – (RealEstateRama) — The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) today applauded Sens. Robert Menendez (D-N.J.) and Johnny Isakson (R-Ga.) for introducing bipartisan legislation to encourage residential construction lending, spur job growth and keep the housing and economic recovery on track.

    Housing Starts Slip with Multifamily Correction in April

    May 16, 2013 Posted by

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – May 16, 2013 – (RealEstateRama) — A correction from an unsustainably high level of production on the volatile multifamily side was largely responsible for a 16.5 percent dip in nationwide housing starts to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 853,000 units in April, according to newly released figures from HUD and the U.S. Census Bureau. However, permits for new construction headed solidly higher in the month, with a particularly strong gain in multifamily issuance

    NAHB Calls on Congress to Establish a Fair and Workable E-Verify System

    May 16, 2013 Posted by

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – May 16, 2013 – (RealEstateRama) — As Congress debates comprehensive immigration reform, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) today called on lawmakers to establish a fair and workable employer verification system for all businesses.

    Builder Confidence Improves in May

    May 15, 2013 Posted by

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – May 15, 2013 – (RealEstateRama) — Builder confidence in the market for newly built, single-family homes improved three points to a 44 reading on the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) for May, released today. This gain, from a downwardly revised 41 in April, reflected improvement in all three index components – current sales conditions, sales expectations and traffic of prospective buyers

    Housing Affordability Holding Strong in Early 2013

    May 14, 2013 Posted by

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – May 14, 2013 – (RealEstateRama) — Nationwide housing affordability held near historic highs in this year’s first quarter, according to the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Opportunity Index (HOI), released today

    Builder Confidence in the 55+ Housing Market Shows Strong Growth in First Quarter

    May 9, 2013 Posted by

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – May 9, 2013 – (RealEstateRama) — In the first quarter of 2013, the National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) 55+ single-family Housing Market Index (HMI) increased 19 points on a year over year basis to 46, which is the highest first-quarter number recorded since the inception of the index in 2008 and sixth consecutive quarter of year over year improvements.

    Before a DIY Home Project, Consider Safety, Time and Hidden Costs

    May 2, 2013 Posted by

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – May 2, 2013 – (RealEstateRama) — To celebrate National Home Remodeling Month in May, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Remodelers recommends that home owners consider the safety risks, time delays and hidden costs before attempting do-it-yourself (DIY) home improvements.

    Housing Recovery Continues but Headwinds Remain

    April 25, 2013 Posted by

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – April 25, 2013 – (RealEstateRama) — Buoyed by rising home prices throughout much of the nation, both single-family and multifamily housing starts are expected to post double-digit gains over last year in 2013. However, headwinds continue to hold back even stronger growth as the housing recovery evolves, according to economists at NAHB’s Spring 2013 Construction Forecast Conference Webinar

    NAHB Recognizes Earth Day as Home Building Industry Gets Greener

    April 23, 2013 Posted by

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – April 23, 2013 – (RealEstateRama) — The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) recognizes the 43rd anniversary of Earth Day, along with millions of people worldwide. Just as the Earth Day movement has grown and advanced over the years, so too has the home building industry. In many respects, what was once considered “green building” has become more commonplace and regularly incorporated into today’s new homes

    New-Home Sales Rise 1.5 Percent in March

    April 23, 2013 Posted by

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – April 23, 2013 – (RealEstateRama) –Sales of newly built, single-family homes rose 1.5 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 417,000 units in March, according to newly released figures from HUD and the U.S. Census Bureau

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