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.

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.

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.

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.

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:

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – January 19, 2012 – (RealEstateRama) — “Lowe’s Commercial Services, which serves the needs of professionals in the home building industry, is a perfect partner for NAHB Education,” said NAHB Chairman Bob Nielsen, a home builder from Reno, Nev. “NAHB Education administers professional designation programs for members of the home building community. These designations offer people working in various aspects of the housing industry the opportunity to improve their skills, advance their career and be recognized for their commitment to professional growth.” Nielsen said.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – January 19, 2012 – (RealEstateRama) — Nationwide production of new single-family homes rose 4.4 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 470,000 units in December, according to newly released figures from the U.S. Commerce Department. This marked a third consecutive increase and the fastest pace of single-family housing starts since April of 2010. Meanwhile, the overall number of housing starts for the month declined 4.1 percent to a 657,000-unit rate due to a 20.4 percent dip on the more volatile multifamily side.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – January 18, 2012 – (RealEstateRama) — Builder confidence in the market for newly built, single-family homes continued to climb for a fourth consecutive month in January, rising four points to 25 on the NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI), released today. This is the highest level the index has attained since June of 2007.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – January 11, 2012 – (RealEstateRama) — By an overwhelming margin, American voters strongly value homeownership and would oppose efforts to weaken or eliminate the mortgage interest deduction or diminish a federal role to help qualified home buyers obtain affordable 30-year mortgages, according to a new nationwide survey gauging likely voters’ attitudes towards homeownership and housing policy issues.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – January 10, 2012 – (RealEstateRama) — The American Dream is under attack. Lawmakers and regulators are crafting proposals that, if left unchecked, will harm home owners, home buyers, the housing market and the nation’s economy. On Thursday, January 12, Columbia’s home builders, Realtors and other industry professionals will join political, business and community leaders for a rally on the steps of the South Carolina State House to tell policymakers that homeownership still works in America and needs our strong support.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – January 10, 2012 – (RealEstateRama) — Up until now, one of the few things home builders had in common with football players was that builders constructed the houses where millions of families watched their favorite NFL teams compete each week. But with Touchdown for Homes, a charitable outreach program of the National Association of Home Builders and the NFL Players Association, home builders and former NFL players are teaming up around the country to build or renovate homes for children or families in need and veterans.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – January 10, 2012 – (RealEstateRama) — The number of housing markets showing measurable improvement nearly doubled in January with the addition of 40 new metros to the National Association of Home Builders/First American Improving Markets Index (IMI), released today. The IMI now boasts 76 improving markets, up from 41 in December, with 31 states and the District of Columbia represented by at least one entry.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – January 10, 2012 – (RealEstateRama) — The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) has announced the finalists for NAHB’s 2012 Best of 50+ Housing Awards, the premier design and marketing competition for the 50+ housing industry. A total of 79 entries were chosen as finalists and are eligible for either a Gold or Silver Award from NAHB’s 50+ Housing Council.