NAHB's Chief Economist, Dr. Robert Dietz, joins Housing Developments to discuss the nuance of the Fed acting boldly on interest rates in the height of a hotly-contested election. How can officials execute effective policy while not getting accused of playing favorites? And how is that election looking? Find out on Housing Developments.…

NAHB CEO Jim Tobin and COO Paul Lopez talk about the latest developments in the upcoming election, some interesting housing data, and U.S. trade officials' ongoing battle to make Canadian lumber as expensive as possible for U.S. builders.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

After one of the most tumultuous two-week periods in American political history, the 2024 presidential election will feature a Harris vs. Trump race. With about three months before voting begins, both sides will be scrambling to define each other in a literal "anything goes" campaign.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

President Biden has been tap dancing around rent control until recently, when he made public a proposal to pressure multifamily management companies to cap rent increases at 5% each year. Also, the NAHB Senior Officers are in Milwaukee for the Republican National Convention and this week has seen some mixed housing data.…

The landmark Chevron deference case decided by the Supreme Court this week could lead to more clarity in laws passed by Congress. What's certain is the sky isn't falling. And how about the first Presidential debate? What might it mean for the next few months?By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

CEO Jim Tobin and COO Paul Lopez touch base on the success of NAHB’s Legislative Conference during the 2024 Spring Leadership Meeting and highlight recent data from NAHB’s Economics team.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

Live from NAHB's Spring Leadership Meetings in Washington, CEO Jim Tobin and COO Paul Lopez talk to Lori Asaro, an NAHB member who took a cross-country road trip to the meetings, stopping at state and local builders associations on the way. Hear about her trip and some of the high points of the meetings.…

This week, Housing Developments discusses the upcoming NAHB Legislative Conference, a day of lobbying next week for members. Also, hear Jim Tobin and Paul Lopez talk about the latest housing and political news, including the impact of Donald Trump's conviction on the 2024 election.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

NAHB CEO Jim Tobin and COO Paul Lopez reflect on the past year in the home building industry as Tobin celebrates his first year as NAHB CEO. It has been a tumultuous year for housing, but NAHB has taken concrete steps to improve conditions for members and set the organization up for long term success.…

New home sales declined in April, the height of the spring buying season, as home prices and mortgage rates crush pent up demand. This new reality is coloring conversations between NAHB and lawmakers in advance of NAHB's Legislative Conference lobbying day, where 1,000 members will attend meetings on Capitol Hill.…

Recent data shows that housing production and sales are taking a hit from high interest rates and limited availability. NAHB continues to push for better building conditions at all levels of government and in the national press.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

Two new rules from HUD that add more layers of uncertainty to the use of federal mortgage programs for new homes are the topic of the day on Housing Developments. At a time when financing a home is the most costly in a generation, the federal government is throwing up hurdles.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

Housing Developments welcomes back NAHB legal expert Tom Ward, who accurately predicted the outcome of a huge decision by the U.S. Supreme Court in a case on local impact fees in housing development. Ward will explain the affect of the ruling. Also, what can builders expect in the wake of a large settlement by the National Association of Realtors o…

NAHB leaders Jim Tobin and Paul Lopez discuss the most recent Housing Market Index (HMI) and housing start data showing flat results. They also talk about the upcoming legislative conference which is highly anticipated among members and lobbyists.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

Jim and Paul welcome Lake Coulson, head of NAHB lobbying, to the program to discuss some recent wins from the government affairs team and the shape of Congress as the elections heat up.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

Jim and Paul discuss a very positive couple of weeks in housing news, economic data, and attention from politicians. Housing is now a priority at every level of government.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

Newly appointed NAHB Chairman Carl Harris joins Housing Developments in Washington as he is in town to attend President Biden's State of the Union address. Harris discusses his vision for his 2024 Chairmanship.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

The Housing Developments podcast is live in Las Vegas for the 2024 International Builders' Show. As Day 1 wrapped, Jim and Paul talk to members of NAHB's Leading Suppliers Council and discuss the upcoming election, economy, and more.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

NAHB is live from New York this week as CEO Jim Tobin and COO Paul Lopez wrap up a number of cable news appearances to talk about the housing market and broader economy in 2024.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

Jim Tobin and Paul Lopez discuss the latest developments on Capitol Hill, including House passage of the American Families and Workers Act of 2024. The nearly $80 billion tax package would expand the federal child tax credit and enact a number of other business-related provisions, including strengthening the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC).…

On the latest episode of NAHB’s podcast, Housing Developments, sponsored by LG Pro Builder, CEO Jim Tobin and COO Paul Lopez break down the latest housing numbers, provide insights on the 2024 election, and highlight key congressional funding areas NAHB continues to actively advocate to secure during the ongoing budgeting process.…

Jim Tobin and Paul Lopez welcome Tom Ward, NAHB VP of legal advocacy, to discuss a huge case argued yesterday at the U.S. Supreme Court on impact fees charged to home builders, home owners and developers. The group also discusses the latest on Capitol Hill, including potential moves to avert a government shutdown.…

NAHB Chief Economist Dr. Robert Dietz joins Housing Developments to discuss the Federal Reserve’s decision this week to leave interest rates unchanged, and what to expect in 2024 and beyond in the housing and real estate market.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

Housing Developments discusses an important bipartisan bill up for a vote in Congress that would give home builders and local governments flexibility in rebuilding after natural disasters. Jim and Paul also discuss the broader economy and the increasing likelihood of the Federal Reserve getting its “soft landing.”…

NAHB SVP of Exhibitions & Meetings Geoff Cassidy joins Housing Developments to talk about some exciting developments in the preparations for the 2024 International Builders' Show in Las Vegas, Feb. 27-29.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

On today’s episode of Housing Developments, NAHB CEO Jim Tobin and SVP Paul Lopez dive into the latest policy discussions on Capitol Hill and within the administration that could impact your business and share how NAHB is advocating for its members.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

NAHB Chief Economist Rob Dietz joins Housing Developments to unpack the Fed's recent announcement on a pause in interest rate hikes, conflicting housing data, and much more.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

NAHB CEO Jim Tobin and SVP Paul Lopez discuss the latest inflation numbers and what it means for housing, the economy’s impact on remodeling, and, of course, the current Speaker drama on Capitol Hill.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

NAHB Chairman Alicia Huey joins Housing Developments to discuss how her business as a home builder has been impacted by the issues NAHB is focused on, like funding the National Flood Insurance Program and Job Corps.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

With a government shutdown imminent, NAHB CEO Jim Tobin and SVP Paul Lopez discuss the politics of the impasse and the very real impact government shutdowns have on the home building and real estate industries.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

Housing Developments discusses the latest housing numbers and make predictions on the impending government shutdown. They also talk to a software developer and a fourth-generation builder about how they navigate today’s market and why NAHB membership is important to them.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

Housing Developments discusses a joint legislative activation by NAHB and the Home Builders Institute on Republicans' efforts to defund Job Corps. At the same time, a Labor Department rule on overtime for salaried workers is getting a lot of attention.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

NAHB's environmental expert joins Housing Developments to discuss the new Water of the U.S. rule released this week by the EPA. The rule did not get stakeholder input and does not answer key questions. In fact, it creates two separate WOTUS compliance schemes across the U.S.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

Live from NAHB's Association Management Conference, Jim Tobin and Paul Lopez are joined by two leaders of state and local associations as they discuss issues seen by their members. They also discuss tonight's Republican Presidential debate.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

Dr. Robert Dietz joins Housing Developments to discuss a potential policy mistake from the Fed, the state of residential construction job openings, and more.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

The U.S. economy is hot right now, posting surprising growth numbers in the second quarter. The weather is also hot, and NAHB has resources to help keep workers safe this summer.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

NAHB's Housing Market Index (HMI) showed another uptick in home builder confidence, although very slight in July. The market has improved for new home construction, but high interest rates are keeping demand in check for now.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

NAHB CEO Jim Tobin and SVP Paul Lopez take a look at home building from multiple perspectives – economic, policy and regulatory – and discuss what the current business environment means for housing in the short and long term.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

Some very positive data from the residential construction industry hit news this week. NAHB economists have said a rebound in home building is possible in the short term. Is this the beginning?By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

NAHB CEO Jim Tobin and SVP Paul Lopez explain NAHB's position on recent efforts to regulate gas appliances out of the market. The two also discuss pressing legislative issues now that Congress is working again and wrap up a busy week in Washington with NAHB's spring meetings, legislative conference, and the Innovative Housing Showcase.…

NAHB CEO Jim Tobin and SVP of Communications Paul Lopez welcome their first guest under the new podcast format: NAHB VP of Legal Advocacy Tom Ward. Tom explains some complicated developments in the world of housing.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

Hosts Jim Tobin and Paul Lopez discuss the impact of the still-fresh Supreme Court ruling undoing much of the Biden Administration's Waters of the U.S. rule. The pair also talk about some more positive data in the housing industry and the political landscape heading into summer.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

Housing Developments returns with incoming CEO Jim Tobin sharing his vision for the future of NAHB with co-host Paul Lopez, NAHB's SVP of Communications. Also, hear an update on developments on Capitol Hill.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

It looks like we all have to worry about the debt ceiling for a little while -- again. Does the debt ceiling bill passed by the House have anything for the housing industry?By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

The FHFA's new fee structure for mortgages backed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac has caused a lot of confusion and speculation in the market. The FHFA recently clarified some of the changes.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

New homes sales jumped nearly 10% in March compared to February as the spring buying season finally arrived. The total was still lower than the pace in 2022, but not by a lot.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

Let's take a look at all the housing market data released this week. It's a lot.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

The NAHB/Westlake Royal Remodeling Market Index (RMI) for the first quarter posted a reading of 70, edging up one point compared to the previous quarter. This reflects continued optimism from remodelers as homeowners look to improve rather than move.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

Overall, housing starts decreased 0.8% in March, according to the monthly report from HUD and the Census Bureau. Single-family starts increased 2.7% but remains lower than a year ago. NAHB sees a turning point for single-family construction occurring later this year.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

Home builder confidence ticked up one point in April to a still-low 45. But still, it's four straight months of improving sentiment, bolstered mainly by growing home buyer demand. NAHB Chief Economist Rob Dietz explains further.By National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)