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Top Communities Honored at Best of 50+ Housing Awards Gala

WASHINGTON, D.C. – February 13, 2012 – (RealEstateRama) — The National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) 50+ Housing Council announced the winners of its 2012 Best of 50+ Housing Awards, which honor excellence and innovation in the design, development and marketing of housing for older consumers. The awards program, returning after a year’s hiatus, was held during the International Builders’ Show and showcases the latest trends in housing for the mature market.

Tight Credit Conditions Impeding Housing and Economic Recovery, Fed Chairman Tells Home Builders

WASHINGTON, D.C. – February 13, 2012 – (RealEstateRama) — Restraints on credit for home buyers and home builders alike continue to impede the housing and economic recovery, Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke said today in an address to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Board of Directors in Orlando

Green Homes Market Expected to Increase Five-Fold by 2016—Up From a $17 Billion Opportunity Today

WASHINGTON, D.C. – February 9, 2012 – (RealEstateRama) — McGraw-Hill Construction, a part of The McGraw-Hill Companies (NYSE: MHP), today released findings from a new Green Home Builders and Remodelers Study at the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) International Builders’ Show in Orlando. Green homes comprised 17% of the overall residential construction market in 2011 and are expected to grow to between 29% and 38% of the market by 2016. By value, this equates to a five-fold increase, growing from $17 billion in 2011 to $87-$114 billion in 2016, based on the five-year forecast for overall residential construction.

HUD ANNOUNCES MORE THAN $400 MILLION IN INDIAN HOUSING BLOCK GRANTS

WASHINGTON, DC – February 8, 2012 – (RealEstateRama) — The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development today announced $404 million in Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG) allocations to nearly 300 tribes in 27 states.

Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke to Speak at IBS

WASHINGTON, D.C. – February 8, 2012 – (RealEstateRama) — Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke will speak at the 2012 International Builders’ Show (IBS) on Friday, Feb. 10.

Home Builders Applaud Menendez Bill to Restore the Flow of Credit for Home Building

WASHINGTON, D.C. – February 8, 2012 – (RealEstateRama) — The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) today commended Sen. Robert Menendez (D-N.J.) for introducing the Home Building Lending Improvement Act of 2012 (S. 2078), legislation to help restore the flow of credit for new housing production in order to create jobs, meet rising housing demand and bolster the economic expansion.

Will Cooper Sr. Honored with National Affordable Housing Award

WASHINGTON, D.C. – February 8, 2012 – (RealEstateRama) — Will Cooper Sr. has been honored as the recipient of the Robert J. Corletta Award for Affordable Housing by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). The presentation was made Feb. 6 in Orlando, Fla., at the NAHB International Builders’ Show.

Builder Confidence for the 55+ Housing Market Ends Fourth Quarter on an Upswing

WASHINGTON, D.C. – February 7, 2012 – (RealEstateRama) — Builder confidence in the 55+ housing market for single-family homes rose four points to 18 compared to the same period a year ago, according to the latest National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) 55+ Housing Market Index (HMI) released today.

List of Improving Housing Markets Expands to Nearly 100

WASHINGTON, D.C. – February 6, 2012 – (RealEstateRama) — The list of housing markets showing measurable improvement expanded by 29 metros in February to include a total of 98 entries on the National Association of Home Builders/First American Improving Markets Index (IMI), released today. Thirty-six states are now represented by at least one market on the list.

Builders Learn to Increase Home Sales through Internet Marketing in New Book from NAHB

WASHINGTON, D.C. – February 2, 2012 – (RealEstateRama) — Times have changed and the role of technology continues to alter the home sales landscape. BuilderBooks, the publishing arm of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) recently released, Internet Marketing: The Key to Increased Home Sales a book that shows housing professionals how to use Internet marketing to sell more homes and increase revenues. Written to help readers understand the ins and outs of Internet marketing, this new resource teaches readers ways to improve visibility on the Internet, increase Internet commerce, and offers practical ways builders can engage consumers, follow up on leads and convert prospects into buyers.

‘IBS Live’ is Lively New Addition to IBS

WASHINGTON, D.C. – February 2, 2012 – (RealEstateRama) — A new, must-see venue at the 2012 National Association of Home Builders International Builders’ Show adds a little spice to the Show floor: IBS Live is a bright addition to the annual education sessions, displays and special events that will attract more than 50,000 members of the home building industry to Orlando, Fla., Feb. 8-11.

NAHB to Honor Designee of the Year Award Winners at 2012 International Builders’ Show

WASHINGTON, D.C. – February 2, 2012 – (RealEstateRama) — The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) will honor 11 housing professionals for their outstanding service in elevating the image of NAHB designations. The 2011 Designee of the Year award winners will be recognized at the 2012 International Builders’ Show (IBS) in Orlando, Fla.

Statement from NAHB Chairman Bob Nielsen on President Obama’s Housing Plan

WASHINGTON, D.C. – February 2, 2012 – (RealEstateRama) — Bob Nielsen, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and a home builder from Reno, Nev., today issued the following statement regarding President Obama’s proposals to seek refinancing aid for home owners and mend the housing market:

New-Home Sales Slip 2.2 Percent in December

WASHINGTON, D.C. – January 26, 2012 – (RealEstateRama) — Following three consecutive months of gains, sales of newly built, single-family homes edged down 2.2 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 307,000 units in December, according to newly released figures from the U.S. Commerce Department.

New-Home Sales Slip 2.2 Percent in December

WASHINGTON, D.C. – January 26, 2012 – (RealEstateRama) — Following three consecutive months of gains, sales of newly built, single-family homes edged down 2.2 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 307,000 units in December, according to newly released figures from the U.S. Commerce Department.

Remodeling Market Index Rises to Five-Year High

WASHINGTON, D.C. – January 26, 2012 – (RealEstateRama) — Remodeling sentiment rose to the highest level in five years, according to the National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) Remodeling Market Index (RMI) for the fourth quarter of 2011. Released today, the RMI increased to 46.6 in the fourth quarter from 41.7 in the third quarter.

Builders Commend White House Focus on Helping Home Owners, Seek Additional Steps to Spur Housing

WASHINGTON, D.C. – January 25, 2012 – (RealEstateRama) — The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) commends President Obama for offering proposals in last night’s State of the Union address to help families stay in their homes and stanch foreclosures, and is urging policymakers to take additional actions to mend the housing market and boost the economy.

GAO Study Finds Appraisal Process Inadequately Monitored

WASHINGTON, D.C. – January 23, 2012 – (RealEstateRama) — Zeroing in on yet another deficiency of a faulty appraisal process that is hurting home values, hampering a housing recovery and often killing sales of homes coming in below the contract sales price, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) earlier this month reported that the Appraisal Subcommittee, which oversees the appraiser regulatory programs established by the states, needs to improve its monitoring procedures.

2013 NAHB International Builders’ Show Packs a Punch in Just Three Days

WASHINGTON, D.C. – January 23, 2012 – (RealEstateRama) — Four days’ worth of exciting events and activities will be packed into three when the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) International Builders’ Show lands in Las Vegas Jan. 22-24, 2013. This largest annual light construction tradeshow in the world is expected to attract 50,000 attendees and more than 800 industry suppliers.

Updated NAHB Publication Helps Builders Develop Powerful, Well-Organized Schedules

WASHINGTON, D.C. – January 20, 2012 – (RealEstateRama) — A detailed, well-planned schedule is a builder’s best tool. Without one, a building project can end up in disarray and over budget. In Scheduling for Home Builders with Microsoft® Project, Third Edition, the latest release from BuilderBooks, the publishing arm of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), builders will benefit from expert advice on how to master this powerful scheduling program.

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A small rise in mortgage rates in February led to a flat reading for new home sales. Sales of newly built, single-family homes in February edged 0.3% lower to a 662,000 seasonally adjusted annual rate, according to newly released data by the U.S.

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