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NAHB Partners With Pro Builder/SGC Horizon

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NAHB Partners With Pro Builder/SGC Horizon. The partnership takes advantage of the rich resources of both organizations, ensuring an extended reach for NAHB's important advocacy efforts. Chuck Fowke, 2021 NAHB chairman. Thu, 01/07/2021 - 17:06.

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NAHB Chairman Jerry Konter: Reflecting on 2022, Looking Ahead to 2023

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During the show, we announced a new partnership between NAHB and the Boys & Girls Clubs of America to introduce more of America’s youth to potential careers in residential construction and provide young people with opportunities for career exploration through skills-based learning activities. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

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Construction Excluded From New OSHA Standard

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NAHB Policy Briefing | NAHB input on OSHA standard to protect workers from COVID-19; real estate values rise. NAHB argued that residential construction should not be included under the standard because the nature of new-home building and remodeling makes them a much lower risk for virus transmission. Regulations.

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Solutions to Housing Affordability

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One side was summarized by “Deregulate construction, deregulate banking, deregulate oil exploration, freeze environmental regulations, and stop raising taxes,” while the opposite end of the spectrum can be characterized by “Housing [that] enjoys government preference [if sold] only to urban, low-income families.”. Housing Policy + Finance.

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Americans Hindered by Low Housing Affordability Want Action From Policymakers

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In a recent survey conducted by Morning Consult on behalf of NAHB, 82% of Americans agreed that policymakers should consider housing affordability when creating new legislation and regulations. Housing Policy + Finance. Housing Policy + Finance. Market Data + Trends. Affordability.

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FHFA Announces Increases for Upfront Fees on Second Home Purchases

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On January 5th, the Federal Housing Finance Agency announced increases for upfront fees charged by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac for second home mortgage loans and some high balance mortgage loans that exceed standard conforming loan limits, according to NAHBNow. Housing Policy + Finance. Housing Policy + Finance. Housing Markets.

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NAHB—Making a Difference for Its Members

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NAHB—Making a Difference for Its Members. Chuck Fowke, 2021 NAHB Chairman. The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) was there to lead every step of the way for our industry, with the same dedication and perseverance that has served our members for more than 75 years. . But there are plenty of other reasons to join NAHB.

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