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State & National Updates

Monday Morning Briefing

Presidential Campaigns


Trump Vows to Cut Burdensome Regulations 

GOP candidate talks housing in address to NAHB Board of Directors. 


Housing Creates Jobs, Says Top Clinton Economic Advisor

Gene Sperling lays out Hillary Clinton's housing agenda to association leaders. 


Charlie Cook Predicts a Tight Race

Political pundit believes a strong GOP voter turnout will be the difference maker.  


Industry Insight


The Key to Cost-Effective Building Codes

NAHB Chairman Ed Brady shows members how they can help reduce excessive regulations.  


New American Remodeled Home Focuses on Efficiency 

Renovated showhome will consume less than half the energy of the original.  


News Plug Helps Make Sales, Recruit Members

Media outreach to HBAs results in positive outcomes for builders. 


Economics


Rising Prices Affect Housing Affordability in 2nd Quarter

Housing Opportunity Index remains fairly high. 


Slab Foundations, Two-Story Homes Still Dominate

NAHB sheds more light on the details of today's new homes.