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Housing Outlook: Is This a Recession … or Not?

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Housing Outlook: Is This a Recession … or Not? The current housing slowdown is a reality, but determining whether we’re in a recession right now isn’t so clear. After a two-year period of frenetic activity spurred by low mortgage rates and rising home prices, the housing industry has its finger on the reset button. “I

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NAHB New Chair to Tackle Regulation and Promote Trades

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Mon, 08/03/2020 - 13:00. NAHB Housing Policy Briefing. Even as the nation grapples with the economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic , Fowke plans to continue the association’s emphasis on improving housing affordability. “We We strive to meet the housing needs of families across the economic spectrum,” Fowke says.

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Are There Lessons From the Great Recession for the COVID-19 Pandemic?

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Fri, 05/29/2020 - 06:00. Many builders reported that last December was unusually busy, the best in years for housing starts and contracts. Many builders reported that last December was unusually busy, the best in years for housing starts and contracts. Mike Beirne, Senior Editor. Then, poof!