
State & National Updates Archives for 2016-10
Monday Morning Briefing
Inside Washington
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HUD Proposes Expanded Floorplain Rules for FHA-Financed Loans |
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Single-family homes and multifamily structures face added requirements.
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It's all about "politics over policy."
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Industry Insight
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At issue: A Fifth Amendment "takings" clause.
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This gradual rise is in line with other positive signals.
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Monday Morning Briefing
2016 Elections
Where Do the Presidential Contenders Stand on Housing?
Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton provide their take on issues confronting the industry.
NAHB Endorses 135+ Candidates for Congress
See who your association is endorsing in your state or congressional district
Safety & Labor
OSHA Extends Anti-Retaliation Enforcement Deadline
Move allows more time to consider a motion challenging the new provisions.
Overtime Rule to Double Salary Limit Begins Dec. 1
NAHB spearheading coalition efforts to delay Dept. of Labor's new rule from taking effect.
Agency Seeks Feedback on Construction Safety Standards
Chime in on OSHA's proposed updates. Some changes could affect your business.
Economics
Builder Confidence Remains Solid in October
The housing market continues to make slow and steady gains.
September Housing Starts Decline on Multifamily Weakness
However, single-family production posts solid gains.
Optimism Strengthens in 3rd Quarter
Remodelers nationwide are seeing increased demand for jobs.
Monday Morning Briefing
Around the Federation
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Legislators honored for promoting homeownership and a better small business environment.
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Baldwin County HBA inspires community to build home for veteran severely injured in Iraq.
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It takes more than stellar revenue to be named NAHB Custom Builder of the Year.
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Eye on the Economy
Economic Conditions
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August marked the seventh consecutive month of falling interest rates.
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Latest figures from the Bureau of Economic Anaysis indicate overall economic growth is accelerating.
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But for the first time in more than two years, residential fixed investment had a negative effect.
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Monday Morning News
Inside Washington |
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NAHB continues push for stronger relief. |
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Though aimed at reducing regulatory hurdles, the strategies focus too much on inclusionary zoning.
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You can help strengthen housing's voice in Washington.
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