Real Estate Taxes Are Highest in These States
Aside from home prices, many Americans need to consider an area’s property taxes to ensure their…
Can Looser Zoning Rules Help the Housing Shortage? Biden Thinks So
President Biden’s infrastructure plan will set aside $5 billion for a grant program aimed at…
How Biden’s Proposed Infrastructure Plan Would Boost Wellness in Homes
President Biden’s $2 trillion infrastructure plan would enhance the wellness for thousands of homes…
Time to Bring Housing Home to Elected Officials
NAHB is promoting "Bringing Housing Home," an outreach for builders to meet and contact their elected officials about issues affecting the industry
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Demographics
Housing Costs Are the Top Financial Concern for Older Millennials
The oldest Millennials are turning 40 this year and affordable housing remains a top concern for many in this generation.
Government + Policy
Biden’s Transportation and Infrastructure Plan Designates $200 Billion for Construction
More than $200 billion of President Biden’s proposed infrastructure plan would go toward preserving, building, and retrofitting more than 2 million
Market Data + Trends
Affordable Homes are Increasing in Value Fastest Nationwide
High demand for affordable homes has pushed prices up faster than top-tier home values in the majority of markets, reports Zillow.
Design
How One Designer Changed ADU Construction, Saving Builders Thousands
One East Los Angeles native-turned-landlord became frustrated with the struggle to create smart yet low-cost housing solutions and turned to access
Affordability
Rents Decrease in Pricey Metros, But Affordable Metros See Rent Hikes
Rents are dropping in the priciest neighborhoods of notoriously expensive metros, while more affordable areas are bumping up monthly rental rates,
Government + Policy
Biden's First-Time Buyer Tax Credit Could Help Millions of Renters Reach Homeownership
President Joe Biden’s proposed $15,000 tax credit for first-time buyers would make homeownership affordable for 9.3 million, or 27.4%, of renters.
Construction
How Sacramento Plans to Change Construction Process to Address Housing Needs
Due mostly to construction challenges, California’s housing affordability and shortage are noted as one of the country’s most severe.
Affordability
NAHB Research Finds 40.1 Million Households Cannot Afford $175,000 Home
The National Association of Home Builders’ housing affordability pyramid for 2021 shows the highest priced home households can afford based on thei
House Review
4 Smart and Beautiful Duplexes
These duplexes offer thoughtful details and use of materials and colors, resulting in welcoming façades
Building Materials
Rising Lumber Prices Limit Ability to Address the Housing Crisis
With lumber prices bringing the average price of a single-family home up $24,000, prospective homeowners are being priced out of the market.
