The average home price in the US is up over 53% in the last 5 years, more than double the increase in wages. The widening gap between prices and incomes has led to the least affordable housing market in history. Video: youtube.com/watch?v=gBhDKF…

"It's a homebuyer's market nationally — if you can afford it — and in few places is that truer than the Valley." Via Axios axios.com/local/phoenix/…

First-time home buyers have fallen to a record low, per NAR:

"Arizona Senate Bill 1611, the ag-to-urban bill, passed with bipartisan support, aiming to incentivize housing growth on farmland." Via Joanna Allhands azcentral.com/story/opinion/…

⚠️ July is New Employee Safety Month and a reminder of the ongoing opportunities to emphasize the importance of your safety culture for both new and long-term employees. The #HBACASafety Committee's New Employee materials can be found on our website. hbaca.org/safety/

Ag-to-urban bill overhauls Arizona’s groundwater policy azbigmedia.com/business/econo…

Booth Sales for the 2025 Southwest Builders Show open TOMORROW! Don’t miss your chance to showcase your cutting edge products and services at Arizona’s largest gathering of home builders, trade contractors, suppliers and service providers. southwestbuildersshow.com/exhibit/

“Tariffs have not had a meaningful impact to our horizontal costs. And in fact, these costs have moderated and access to trades has eased” - Erik Heuser, COO of Taylor Morrison, on their July 23, 2025 earnings call

🚜📜 BIG WIN for Arizona! Senate President Pro Tempore T.J. Shope leads the charge at today’s ceremonial signing of Arizona’s Ag-to-Urban policy — a game-changing law championed by Senate Republicans that empowers farmers, fuels homebuilding, and secures our water future!

Today we celebrated a huge water policy win. SB1611—our bipartisan Ag-to-Urban water legislation—marks a major step toward securing Arizona’s water, lowering housing costs, and growing our economy. Thank you to the advocates, lawmakers, and community leaders who worked

Q1 2025: 41% of homeowners surveyed by us said a 6.0% mortgage rate was the highest they'd accept on their next purchase Q3 2025: 52% said a 6.0% mortgage rate is the highest they’d accept Source: TurboHome-ResiClub Housing Sentiment Survey

San Tan Valley voters heavily supporting incorporation as new town axios.com/local/phoenix/…

During August, the HABCA Safety Committee emphasizes the importance of scaffolding safety, which encompasses several key components, including clear guidelines, comprehensive training, and vigilant oversight. Find resources and learn more: members.hbaca.org/news/Details/a…

From Flagstaff to Tucson, Arizona’s business community is all in on the Transwestern Pipeline. 🗣️ Here's what leaders across the state are saying. 👇

🚨 Limited premium booths remaining for the 2025 Southwest Builders Show! Don’t miss your chance to stand out at Arizona’s largest home building industry event. #SWBS2025 Secure your spot today before they’re gone! southwestbuildersshow.com/exhibit/

The agenda for the 2025 Safety Summit has been announced. This year’s topics address the most pressing issues in residential construction safety, with insights from industry experts. members.hbaca.org/event-calendar…