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NMHC Statement in Support of the White House Executive Orders on Housing Affordability
NMHC applauds the Administration for taking important action in their most recent Executive Orders to remove key barriers to housing development. From streamlining permitting requirements
NAHB’s New Resource Shares Tools for Successful Leadership
BuilderBooks, the publishing arm of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), recently released Frameworks for BOLD Leadership: Blueprints to Build Trust, Teams, and Legacy. The
ICYMI: Boyle Announces $1.4 Million for Infrastructure Improvements at Northeast Philadelphia Airport
Congressman Brendan F. Boyle (PA-02) today announced $1.4 million in federal funding for infrastructure improvements at Northeast Philadelphia Airport (PNE) to strengthen safety and support long-term airport operations.
New White House Executive Orders Skirt Civil Rights Laws in its Claim to Promote...
The National Fair Housing Alliance® (NFHA™) is expressing its deep concern regarding two executive orders issued by the Trump Administration last week that claim to promote access to mortgage credit and remove regulatory barriers to spur the development of affordable homes.
NAR Pending Home Sales Report Shows 1.8% Increase in February
Pending home sales in February increased by 1.8% from the prior month and declined 0.8% year over year, according to the National Association of REALTORS® Pending Home Sales report.
National Housing Conference announces new Board appointments and returning members, strengthening expertise and leadership
The National Housing Conference (NHC) announces the appointment of four new members to its Board of Governors,
Housing that Works for Rural Iowa
In a small Iowa town, one home can change everything. It can mean the difference between keeping a young teacher in the community or losing her to a city 90 minutes away. Between a farm kid staying on the family land or leaving for good. Between a Main Street that’s growing and one that’s
Ranking Members Heinrich, King Lead Bicameral Amicus Brief Challenging Trump’s Plans for Illegal Monument...
U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, and U.S.
Rounds Delivers Major Housing Affordability Wins for South Dakota
U.S. Senator Mike Rounds today secured the passage of key housing priorities for South Dakota as the Senate approved the 21st Century Road to Housing Act. The legislation includes
ALTA Appreciates Executive Orders on Housing Supply and Affordability
The American Land Title Association (ALTA), the national trade association representing the land title insurance industry, supports the administration’s commitment to improving housing
February New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Increased 0.9 Percent
The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Builder Application Survey (BAS) data for February 2026 shows mortgage applications for new home purchases increased 0.9 percent from
ICYMI | Secretary Turner & Governor Sanders in Fox Digital: “Why HUD’s proposed rule...
Secretary Scott Turner and Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders penned an opinion piece in Fox Digital highlighting HUD’s proposed rule giving public housing authorities and Section 8
Senate Passes Kelly-Backed Bill to Boost Affordable Housing and Lower Costs
Arizona Senator Mark Kelly voted to pass the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, bipartisan legislation to build more homes, bring down housing costs, and expand affordable housing options for
Rise Economy and NCRC Announce $2.5 Billion Expansion of Columbia Bank’s Community Benefits Agreement...
Rise Economy, in partnership with The National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC), today announced a $2.5 billion addendum to Columbia Bank’s Community Benefits Agreement (CBA), expanding the bank’s commitments in California following its recent acquisition of Irvine, California-based Pacific Premier Bank.
Builder Sentiment Inches Higher but Affordability Concerns Persist
Builder sentiment inched up in March even as builders continue to express affordability concerns stemming from elevated construction costs and shortages of buildable lots and labor.
NLIHC Releases The Gap 2026: A Shortage of Affordable Homes
Report reveals a national shortage of 7.2 million homes affordable and available for extremely low-income renters. The National Low Income Housing Coalition (NLIHC) published The Gap: A Shortage of Affordable Homes.
Padilla Statement on 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act
U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) issued the following statement after the Senate overwhelmingly passed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act on a bipartisan basis: “As Donald Trump’s chaotic
NAR Existing-Home Sales Report Shows 1.7% Increase in February
Existing-home sales increased by 1.7% month-over-month in February, according to the National Association of REALTORS® Existing-Home Sales Report. The report provides the real estate
Housing advocates highlight need for state-funded rental subsidy program to support low-income Rhode Islanders
The Housing Network of Rhode Island (HNRI) convened housing advocates, including partner organizations and elected officials, at the State House today to highlight legislation intended to provide more permanent, affordable homes to the most vulnerable Rhode Islanders.
Circulate San Diego and Assemblymember Alvarez Announce the Affordable Homes Bonus Law to Create...
Circulate San Diego and Assemblymember David Alvarez announced new legislation to create more affordable homes. The Affordable Homes Bonus Law (AB 2433) will boost homeownership, create more affordable homes, and streamline housing approvals.
