Hosts Jerry Howard and Jim Tobin welcome special guest Alden Robbins, a lumber mill operator in Maine, to discuss the lumber crisis and associated fallout in the home building industry. Listen to hear straight from the lumber producers why lumber is so expensive, and when and how the industry might see some relief.

Mill Operator Discusses Lumber Crisis, Possible Solutions

Jim and Paul discuss a very positive couple of weeks in housing news, economic data, and attention from politicians. Housing is now a priority at every level of government.

Winning Streak Continues for Housing

Jim and Paul welcome Lake Coulson, head of NAHB lobbying, to the program to discuss some recent wins from the government affairs team and the shape of Congress as the elections heat up.

Looking at a Divided Congress in an Election Year

Recent data shows that housing production and sales are taking a hit from high interest rates and limited availability. NAHB continues to push for better building conditions at all levels of government and in the national press.

Advocating for Housing in a Difficult Environment

CEO Jim Tobin and COO Paul Lopez touch base on the success of NAHB’s Legislative Conference during the 2024 Spring Leadership Meeting and highlight recent data from NAHB’s Economics team.

Successful Advocacy Efforts and the Latest Economic Data

The landmark Chevron deference case decided by the Supreme Court this week could lead to more clarity in laws passed by Congress. What's certain is the sky isn't falling. And how about the first Presidential debate? What might it mean for the next few months?

Clarity from Chevron Ruling, Concern over Debate

NAHB CEO Jim Tobin and COO Paul Lopez talk about the latest developments in the upcoming election, some interesting housing data, and U.S. trade officials' ongoing battle to make Canadian lumber as expensive as possible for U.S. builders.

Election Updates, Housing Data and the War on Canadian Lumber

The Fed slashed its benchmark rate yesterday by 50 basis points, a move considered to be aggressive by most. What impact will this have on the housing market, for both home buyers and for home builders using construction loans?

What Fed Rate Cut Means for Housing

It's Young Professionals Week (YP Week) in the NAHB Federation, a week where we focus on the valuable contributions from younger NAHB members. Housing Developments sat down with an NAHB YP recently to discuss how membership helps early in a career.

The Future of Home Building - NAHB Young Professionals

YIMBY movement in local government? Housing Developments is joined by Josh Schoemann, county executive for Washington County, Wis., to discuss his Next Generation Housing Initiative to help builders build entry-level homes and increase housing opportunity.

Pro-Housing County Exec Discusses Home Building Growth

NAHB CEO Jim Tobin and COO Paul Lopez discuss the latest economic data, what to expect in the year ahead and the transition to the Trump administration.

Housing Data Points to a Good Year for Builders in 2025

On NAHB podcast Housing Developments, we remember Jimmy Carter as a true housing advocate and discuss how a new Congress might pass Trump's agenda early through reconciliation. Also, an update on NAHB's other advocacy efforts.

Remembering a Pro-Housing President and a New Congress is Here

Housing Developments discusses President Donald Trump’s initial days in office as he kicked off his second term with a focus on housing. Also, hear the latest on the 2025 International Builders' Show in Las Vegas, Feb. 25-27.

Trump Kicks Off Second Term with Focus on Housing

NAHB discusses the whiplash of activity on the Trump administration’s tariff and immigration policies, and NAHB’s advocacy efforts to work with the administration on solutions. Also, get the latest news on the 2025 International Builders' Show in the Builders' Show Insider segment.

How NAHB is Navigating Actions on Tariffs and Immigration

Housing Developments explores three key housing issues — immigration reform, home insurance and tariffs — that will be front and center leading up to and during the 2025 International Builders’ Show in Las Vegas, Feb. 25-27.

3 Key Housing Issues That Will Be Front and Center at IBS

The Housing Developments podcast is coming live from the convention center in Las Vegas at the 2025 International Builders' Show. It has been an amazing conference.

Podcast: Live from the 2025 International Builders' Show

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.

What Tariffs Mean for Home Building and How NAHB is Addressing Them

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.

New NAHB Chairman Discusses Priorities for his Term, Including Regulations

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.

Could the 90-Day Tariff Pause Save the Spring Home Buying Season?

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.

Economic Data Shows Unsettled Housing Market

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.

As GDP Contracts, NAHB Battles NIMBYs at the Local Level

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%.

One Big Beautiful Podcast - NAHB Talks Tax Bill

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 Future of Construction Training Programs Without Job Corps

NAHB Members Meet in DC to Advance Housing Strategy

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.

Mid-Year Update on Economic Indicators and Advocacy Priorities

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

Unpacking the Big Beautiful Bill and Its Impact on Housing

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. 

Federal Home Loan Bank Leader Shares Insights into Current Mortgage Market

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?

Congressional Priorities and the "Trump Economy" Heading into Fall

NAHB CEO Jerry Howard and Chief Lobbyist Jim Tobin discuss a very busy week of meetings with Administration officials on a variety of topics, including lumber prices and affordable housing. Jerry and Jim also address the passing of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and offer their support for the president’s nominee, Judge Amy Coney Barrett.

NAHB Meets with All the President's Men

NAHB CEO Jerry Howard and Chief Lobbyist Jim Tobin give their last thoughts before the national elections on Nov. 3. Listen as they discuss tight Senate and House races and what the presidential hopefuls need to do to win the White House,

Final Thoughts Before Election Day

Get the latest on the U.S. housing market, economics, and housing policy advocacy from National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) CEO Jim Tobin and COO Paul Lopez.

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