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Leadership
When Unknowns Define The Future of Homebuilding Strategy
Uncertainty is the only constant: from Fed moves and mortgage lock-in to tariffs, labor shortages, and policy risks. Moody’s economist Cristian deRitis and the Focus On Excellence summit in Denver will arm builders with frameworks to plan, act, and lead through turbulence.
Policy
Rural Housing Dreams Dim Under OBBB Reality Check
The One Big Beautiful Bill promises rural investment but may not deliver. Opportunity zones alone can’t overcome deep structural challenges.
Policy
Together On Fixing Housing: Solve Two, Start the Rest
NAHB Chief Economist Robert Dietz and Lennar Mortgage President Laura Escobar argue that the housing crisis won’t be solved by magic. It starts with a unified focus on two or three priorities—a rallying cry for builders, developers, lenders, and policy-makers.
Policy
Immigration’s Double Role in Homebuilding’s Present, Future
Immigrants are key to solving both the labor crunch and -- believe it or not -- an eventual household demand shortfall. But only if policy allows them to stay, build, and thrive.
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Policy
Tariff Day in Homebuilder Land: Strategic Leaders' Call to Action
President Trump’s sweeping new reciprocal tariff regime sets off an urgent reality check for homebuilding leaders: Navigate rising costs, restore buyer confidence, and power forward—because no one else can.





economic policy news
Leadership 10.06.25
When Unknowns Define The Future of Homebuilding Strategy
Uncertainty is the only constant: from Fed moves and mortgage lock-in to tariffs, labor shortages, and policy risks. Moody’s economist Cristian deRitis and the Focus On Excellence summit in Denver will arm builders with frameworks to plan, act, and lead through turbulence.
Policy 07.25.25
Rural Housing Dreams Dim Under OBBB Reality Check
The One Big Beautiful Bill promises rural investment but may not deliver. Opportunity zones alone can’t overcome deep structural challenges.
Policy 04.14.25
Together On Fixing Housing: Solve Two, Start the Rest
NAHB Chief Economist Robert Dietz and Lennar Mortgage President Laura Escobar argue that the housing crisis won’t be solved by magic. It starts with a unified focus on two or three priorities—a rallying cry for builders, developers, lenders, and policy-makers.
Policy 04.08.25
Immigration’s Double Role in Homebuilding’s Present, Future
Immigrants are key to solving both the labor crunch and -- believe it or not -- an eventual household demand shortfall. But only if policy allows them to stay, build, and thrive.
Policy 04.02.25
Tariff Day in Homebuilder Land: Strategic Leaders' Call to Action
President Trump’s sweeping new reciprocal tariff regime sets off an urgent reality check for homebuilding leaders: Navigate rising costs, restore buyer confidence, and power forward—because no one else can.