Housing Developments Podcast

Recorded live from the 2026 International Builders' Show in Orlando, Housing Developments welcomes Jason Eichenholz, philanthropist and owner of The New American Home 2026. Jason explains how this home isn't just a residence, but an activation center for his foundation, Jonathan's Landing.

The Davos Housing Update That Wasn’t by National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

NAHB's first podcast episode of 2026 looks at the state of housing, the political environment heading into a midterm year, and how home builders and buyers are attempting to navigate the current market.

NAHB CEO Jim Tobin and COO Paul Lopez recap top events and priorities in a year dominated by a focus on housing affordability. They also look at what to expect in 2026, including the 2026 International Builders' Show in Orlando.

Live from Denver, Housing Developments looks at recent news in the housing industry, including the government reopening, a major case involving gas bans, the state of mortgage rates for the rest of the year, and 50-year mortgages?

Uncertainty is the buzz word in Washington as everyone waits to see how long the shutdown lasts, how the Supreme Court rules on tariffs, how far the Fed will cut interest rates and if a home sales boom is possible in the winter.

Housing Developments welcomes two economists, Danielle Hale of Realtor.com and Robert Dietz of NAHB, to discuss the outlook for the housing market in the face of the good (market demand), the bad (additional tariffs), and the ugly (gov't shutdown).

Housing Developments looks at the consequences for the housing industry of a government shutdown, including loss of flood insurance which may delay closings. Also, a review of the latest economic data and developments, including the Fed's rate cut last week.

NAHB explores how the rest of the year looks as Congress gets ready to return to Washington next week. Plus, what does the "Trump Economy" look like?

Council of Federal Home Loan Banks CEO Ryan Donovan joins Housing Developments to spotlight how the home loan bank system can support housing development, especially affordable housing, and what the system is doing for the economy.

On Housing Developments, NAHB delves into the specifics of the Big Beautiful Bill and what it means for the housing industry and small businesses.

Housing Developments welcomes NAHB Chief Economist Dr. Robert Dietz and Chief Advocacy Officer Ken Wingert for a mid-year check in on key economic indicators and NAHB policy priorities driving home building for the rest of 2025.

NAHB Members Meet in DC to Advance Housing Strategy by National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

With Job Corps operations ceasing, Housing Developments looks at the landscape for construction training programs in the absence of this critical program. Also, hear the latest about NAHB's Legislative Conference next week.

The Big Beautiful Bill is the hot topic in Washington and NAHB looks at the impact the bill's provisions may have on housing. Warning: Extreme tax policy discussion ahead! Also, we discuss the new tariff regime that has settled at 10%.

The small contraction in the American economy in the first quarter took many by surprise, but NAHB economists have a more reasoned view of the current environment. Also, NAHB is fighting local resistance to new housing who want more housing, just not near them.

Some significant housing data dropped this week and it was a case of good news/bad news. The end result is a housing market that is weird for builders, buyers, and sellers.

After a wild week on Wall Street and in Washington, NAHB looks at the effect of the 90-day tariff pause and the timing of it happening right as the Spring home building and buying season kicks off. Also, Housing Developments welcomes Tammie Ross to discuss her new book, Breaking Ground, Breaking Glass Ceilings: A Guide for Finding Success in Male-Dominated Industries.

NAHB 2025 Chairman Buddy Hughes shares what he’s hearing from NAHB members and his plans for the Federation this year, which include a focus on easing the regulatory burden of home building and onerous building codes.

Housing Developments delves into advocacy updates from this past week, including Chairman Buddy Hughes' testimony before Congress, President Trump's joint address to Congress, impending deadline for the continuing resolution, and tariff activity.