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NAHB’s 2026 chair said policy decisions shape supply, costs, and buyer options.
Top 2026 challenge: skilled-worker shortages, with ~300K construction openings monthly.
NAHB protected Job Corps funding, then sought long-term stability for 2026.
March court win blocked 2021 energy-code mandate; costs +$9.6K to +$21.4K.
NAHB urged members to meet officials June 10; registration opens in April.

The war shocks markets, pushing 30-yr fixed mortgage to mid-6% in Late-Winter.
Higher rates and uncertainty drove pending sales ↓~3.2%–3.5% across various regions.
New listings ↑~1.9% in Late-Winter, easing scarcity.
Price growth stabilized ~1%–2% nationally; first-time buyers took larger transaction share.
Senate weighed investor ban; big landlords shifted toward build-to-rent strategies.

Fall 2025 saw unexpected buyer activity, suggesting demand could carry into 2026.

2026 may bring a more balanced market with increasing inventory and slower price acceleration.

Median California home prices are expected to climb about 3.6% to ~$905K.

Mortgage rates drifting into the low-6% range could improve buying.

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Home builders are designing new homes to balance affordability and modern buyer needs.

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Newly built homes are often priced at or below existing homes.

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Since 2022, median new-home prices dropped about 5%, narrowing the gap with older homes.

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Many builders offer incentives or price cuts to attract buyers.

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New construction is expanding housing options as single-family inventory remains limited.

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April 12–18 is the best week to sell a home.

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Sellers may earn $26,000 more than at year’s start.

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Homes sell faster with fewer price cuts during this window.

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Tech and coastal markets should list earlier in March.

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Midwest and Northeast markets align with the mid-April peak.

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National home price growth is expected to slow, not collapse, with Zillow projecting ~1.2% rise.
Redfin forecasts roughly 1% growth, reflecting a gradual, predictable market reset.
Inventory remains tight, particularly in the Northeast and Midwest, keeping competition high.
Some markets with more new supply offer buyers modest negotiating leverage.
Stabilizing prices create predictability, but dramatic bargains are unlikely for buyers.