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The final energy efficiency standards for new home construction have been announced by the US Departments of Housing and Urban

During March, there was a continued increase in the wages of residential building workers, albeit at a comparatively reduced rate.

The most recent research from NAHB, titled “What Home Buyers Truly Desire Study,” delved into the desires of buyers regarding

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) have jointly announced a

During the fourth quarter of 2024, Zonda, a firm monitoring new home construction, reported that ground was broken for 9,600

Expanding on our examination of current green building trends, significant methodologies, and resilience approaches as outlined in The Building Sustainably:

A recent study by NAHB on home buyer preferences*, it was revealed that two out of every three buyers still

Sustainable homes not only aim to reduce their environmental footprint but also proactively shield themselves from environmental challenges. Every home

Aligned with this objective are self-educated homeowners and potential buyers seeking high-performance homes. Consequently, builders, along with raters and architects

In recent years, the Florida housing market has experienced significant growth, witnessing a surge in home prices. However, as interest

In April, builder confidence remained unchanged, attributed to mortgage rates hovering around 7% for the past month and the absence

In the initial two months of 2024, the cumulative count of single-family permits granted nationwide stood at 155,236. Compared to

In February, the wage growth of residential building workers surged to 6.2%. Following a 0.3% uptick in June 2023, the

Insufficient existing inventory persists in propelling buyers towards new home construction, bolstered by robust demand and mortgage rates lower than

The success of a home sale hinges on crafting an effective pitch that resonates with the buyer’s life experiences and

In March, consumer confidence remained stable, as positive sentiments regarding current conditions balanced worries about the future economic prospects. The

In the latest HBGI report, fresh analysis by NAHB on residential permit data reveals that approximately 25% of single-family construction

The housing market in the US is witnessing a rise in available homes for sale, with a notable 5% increase

In spite of the increasing mortgage rates observed in February, existing home sales persisted in their upward trend, reaching a

According to recently published data by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau, sales

During February, employment numbers persisted despite higher interest rates. Although the unemployment rate rose, the labor force participation rate remained

In March, which marks Women’s History Month, NAHB’s workforce development team will shine a spotlight on women in the construction