Government + Policy

Biden’s Housing Supply Action Plan Is Hopeful, But Its Future Depends on Congress

Biden's recently announced housing proposal offers a solution to fast-track new housing supply, but it first needs Congressional approval

Biden Announces Housing Supply Action Plan to Boost Inventory Nationwide

Biden's most recent housing initiative seeks to overcome a decades-old supply deficit, but experts worry that not all homebuyers will benefit equally

New York State Lawmakers Debate Transition to Renewable Energy

State lawmakers are considering a switch to all-electric building construction starting in 2024

California State Senator Proposes $10 Billion Endowment to Help With Home Purchases

A top California lawmaker is working to create a new program that will help families afford home purchases in the most expensive markets across the state

NAHB Urges Biden to Reduce Home Building Costs

The NAHB is seeking support from President Biden amid grueling price volatility and supply chain disruptions delaying new home construction

NAHB Opposes Proposed Tax Credit Program Changes

NAHB Policy Briefing | NAHB opposes changes to Section 45L Energy Efficient Home Credit; supply of 'missing middle' moderate-density housing isn't sufficient to meet demand

Biden Announces Funding for Energy Efficiency in Low-Income Homes

President Biden recently outlined plans to improve infrastructure and energy efficiency for homes in low-income areas

President Biden Ups His Budget to Combat Housing Crisis

Over $70 billion has been allocated to the Department of Housing and Urban Development to resolve a nationwide housing crisis, but will it be enough?

Virtual Appraisals Could Reduce Racial Bias on Home Purchases

Home appraisals can now be conducted remotely, a move which the Interagency Task Force on Property Appraisal and Valuation Equity hopes will eliminate racial biases in home purchases

Federal Judge Blocks Oregon Ban on Real Estate ‘Love Letters’

Oregon’s ruling to restrict personal communication between buyers and sellers violates First Amendment freedoms, according to U.S. District Judge Marco A. Hernández

State of the Union Follow-Up: What About Rising Rents?

Biden’s first State of the Union address outlined his administration’s plan to build back the nation after the devastating and costly COVID-19 pandemic, but absent from his speech was an objective to cut housing costs