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In the latest episode of NAHB’s podcast, Housing Developments, CEO Jim Tobin and COO Paul Lopez report from the road as they travel to New York City for the Housing Mortgage Roundtable and a full lineup of media interviews. Plus, learn more about the 2025 International Builders' Show and NAHB's matching campaign for the Home Building Industry Disaster Relief Fund.

Nov 20, 2024

Podcast: NAHB Gears Up for an Exciting 2025

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Nov 19, 2024 Updated Water Certification Matrix Tool Spotlights Water Efficiency Programs

Nov 19, 2024 Higher Mortgage Interest Rates Slow Housing Production in October

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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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