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With the government shutdown entering its fifth week, NAHB continues to call on Congress to move quickly to reopen the federal government.

Oct 30, 2025

NAHB Urges Congress to Reopen Government

With the government shutdown entering its fifth week, NAHB continues to call on Congress to move quickly to reopen the federal government.

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Oct 30, 2025 Senate Approves 3 Resolutions to Limit President’s Tariff Authority

Oct 30, 2025 Avoiding Lender Failure: 4 Costly Lessons from a Real Builder's Story

Oct 29, 2025 Fed Cuts Rate Amid Partly Cloudy Conditions

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Oct 29, 2025 How to Market to and Design for the Aging-in-Place Client

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Data at a Glance

Framing Lumber Prices

Fluctuations in the costs of building materials, particularly those of framing lumber, contribute significantly to home prices and housing affordability levels.

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NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI)

The HMI offers an insider’s perspective on the current state of housing. Each month, builder sentiment about the present and near-term housing market is depicted on a scale of 0 to 100, indicating the portion of builders experiencing positive market conditions.

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Housing Starts

Housing starts data are key economic indicators that track the pace of residential construction. These monthly Census Bureau statistics typically reflect broader trends within the overall economy such as interest rates and job growth.

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