Builder confidence plunges as rate shock, costs squeeze margins
NAHB’s October Housing Market Index for builder confidence dropped three points to 29, a low since June 2012
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Why more builder discounts are not unlocking new-home demand
In September, two out of three homebuilders used incentives and 38% cut prices by 6% on average
Homebuilder confidence dips in January despite easing mortgage rates
Builder confidence fell to 37 in January as 65% used incentives, profit margins dropped, and new-home prices declined 8%.
Homebuilder confidence ticks up but remains low
Builder confidence rose slightly in December but remains low, with 40% of builders cutting prices and 67% offering incentives. Entry-level homebuilders face the greatest challenges due to shrinking margins and weak demand.
AI platform aims to tackle homebuilding bottlenecks
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Experts offer multi-faceted solutions to the housing supply shortage
A trio of housing experts discuss proposals to lift zoning regulation to spur supply — and legislation aiming to help first-time homebuyers.
Greystone’s $103M affordable housing fund to support rental units in six states
The fund will support a total of 11 developments in Louisiana, Massachusetts, Mississippi, New Jersey, Ohio and Pennsylvania.
NAHB encourages ‘practical’ renovations for aging in place
Aging-in-place renovations are popular, and NAHB offered some advice for “practical” applications on new projects.
NAHB: Remodeling for aging in place fell in Q1 but receptivity remains high
The drop is attributed primarily to economic volatility, specifically high interest rates, general uncertainty and observed swings in the stock market.
Homebuilders ask Trump for tariff exemptions on building materials
The NAHB sent a letter to President Trump asking for tariff exemptions on building materials from Canada and Mexico.