National Association of Home Builders
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Recent News About National Association of Home Builders
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Carl Harris, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and a custom home builder from Wichita, Kan., praised the Department of Energy for its final rule on new energy efficiency standards for distribution transformers. Harris stated, "NAHB commends the Department of Energy for listening to the concerns of home builders who cited soaring costs and shortages of distribution transformers that are delaying housing projects across the nation and increasing construction costs."Harris also acknowledged that the final rule represents an improvement over the...
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The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) recently announced changes to the income determination for Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) communities, sparking concerns among housing advocates and industry stakeholders. In response to the changes, a coalition of housing organizations issued a statement expressing their apprehensions.One of the concerns raised by the coalition is the potential impact of the methodology changes on individuals receiving federal rental assistance. According to the statement, the changes could lead to fewer tenants qualifying...
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As the housing industry gears up to celebrate New Homes Month in April, the focus is on the shifting preferences of homebuyers amidst ongoing affordability challenges.According to a report by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), there has been a noticeable trend towards smaller homes in response to the needs of prospective buyers. NAHB Chairman Carl Harris emphasized that "homeownership remains a goal for families who are eager to put down roots and have a place to call their own."The report revealed that a significant percentage of builders have been...