Preparing for and Withstanding Natural Disasters
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Industry News
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Appraisals
Promoting reforms in appraisal practices to ensure that appraisals accurately reflect true market values
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Environment
Protecting our natural resources and promoting economic growth with regulatory certainty
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Emergency Preparedness and Response
Resources for health threats and natural disasters
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Federal Regulatory Reform
Advocating for reform to control skyrocketing compliance costs that stifle businesses and harm consumers
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Land Use
Resources to address challenges in local land development processes with the Land Use 101 Toolkit
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Resiliency
Resources to support resiliency efforts and initiatives focused on implementing cost-effective, market-driven solutions
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Safety and Health
Ensuring a safe and healthy workplace for all construction workers with resources for employers and employees
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Sustainability and Green Building
Construction techniques, materials and designs to minimize a home’s impact on the environment
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Tax Issues
Advocating for home building incentives in the tax code, including the Low Income Housing Tax Credit and opportunity zones