Housing Developments Podcast

NAHB CEO Jerry Howard and Chief Lobbyist Jim Tobin discuss how the latest round of COVID relief will help NAHB members. Tobin also shares his prediction for the first pieces of legislation that will be prioritized by the Oval Office following the inauguration in late January.

On a special episode of Housing Developments, NAHB CEO Jerry Howard and Jim Tobin are joined by the co-chairs of the influential Problem Solvers Caucus, Rep. Tom Reed (R-NY) and Rep. Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ), to discuss potential COVID relief and the need for bipartisanship efforts in Congress.

NAHB CEO Jerry Howard and Chief Lobbyist Jim Tobin discuss the potential for another COVID relief package and other congressional developments before the end of the year, including a possible return of Portman-Shaheen. They also discuss the future of housing policy under a new administration.

NAHB CEO Jerry Howard and Chief Lobbyist Jim Tobin discuss the latest round of likely cabinet secretary picks for the Biden administration, the recent lumber tariff developments, and the IBSx.

NAHB CEO Jerry Howard and Chief Lobbyist Jim Tobin discuss the current and near-term environment for home builders leading the economic recovery and the opportunities available in the #IBS2021 virtual experience, IBSx.

Wondering how the latest news of the 2020 election, including many media outlets calling the race for Joe Biden, might impact the home building industry? Listen as NAHB CEO Jerry Howard and Chief Lobbyist Jim Tobin give their take on the outcomes in races in Congress and for the White House.

NAHB CEO Jerry Howard and Chief Lobbyist Jim Tobin share their early Wednesday morning thoughts after a very long night of watching election results roll in. With the presidency still up in the air, Jerry and Jim discuss the races that have been called, and what the House and Senate might look like for the foreseeable future. Tune in to hear their initial thoughts on election 2020, their very early predictions for the 2024 election cycle, and some rumors floating around Washington.

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,

NAHB CEO Jerry Howard explains the decision-making process behind the cancellation of the in-person 2021 International Builders’ Show, to be replaced by a virtual IBS experience.

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.