|
| |
|
| |
| Homes Are a Good Investment |
2009-09-09 |
Homeownership not only provides a permanent place to call home and personal satisfaction, it is also a solid investment. The value of a home is likely to increase steadily over time without the extreme ups and downs associated with many other investments and homeowners enjoy exceptional tax benefits. A home purchase also allows the buyer to leverage t ... read more
|
| Race for the Golden Spike in October |
2008-09-25 |
|
The Florida Home Builders Association’s Race for the Golden Spike membership campaign kicks off on October 1. The month-long membership drive is an excellent time to recruit new members and earn valuable points and prizes. From October 1-31, all members will receive double Spike points, earn a $35 gas card from Bonded Builders, and be in the running f ... read more
|
| Builder Confidence Rises in September |
2008-09-25 |
|
Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes rose for the first time in seven months this September, according to the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI). The HMI gained two points to 18, rising from its record low of the previous two months. "Nearly half of the builders in our September ... read more
|
| Housing Starts Decline in August |
2008-09-25 |
|
Nationwide housing starts declined 6.2 percent in August as home builders continued to cut back on new construction in order to scale back their inventories and help pave the way for housing market recovery, according to figures released by the U.S. Commerce Department last week. "Our latest builder surveys have indicated a substantial improvement in ... read more
|
| Building Commission Delays Code Date |
2008-09-24 |
|
The Florida Building Commission last week announced that the effective date of the 2007 Florida Building Code is postponed from December 31, 2008 to March 1, 2009. The delay will provide additional time for the Commission to review and take action on the proposed glitch code changes. Additionally, it will allow both the glitch code change supplement, ... read more
|
| Home Ownership’s Social Impact Enhances Families, Communities |
2008-09-09 |
|
By Edwin Henry, Former President, Florida Home Builders Association
Whether you own your own home or rent an apartment is clearly a personal decision based most often on your family, job or financial situation.
But if you have a choice, there are now some well-documented reasons why owning your own home can mean positive benefits to your childr ... read more
|
| Prepare Now for Post-Storm Rebuild Needs |
2008-09-09 |
|
The 2008 hurricane season is shaping up to be very active. The Florida Home Builders Association encourages its builder members to be prepared to meet any post-disaster rebuilding needs. Builders registered with the Disaster Contractors Network are encouraged to update your contact information in preparation for post-disaster construction needs. The D ... read more
|
| How To Find A Builder To Construct Your New Home |
2008-09-09 |
|
When you decide to build a new home, the type of house you want influences what type of building company you select. Home building firms can have from one to hundreds of employees. Some buyers prefer the security a large corporate establishment represents. Others prefer the personal attention and family feeling of smaller companies. Careful considerat ... read more
|
| Ask the Right Questions: Find a Quality Remodeler |
2008-09-09 |
|
As a homeowner, how can you find a quality remodeler these days? If you are trying to ensure a successful remodeling project, you need to do some probing with a very specific list of questions for your short list of prospective remodelers and their customers. The answers to these questions should help to narrow the field even further and lead you to a ... read more
|
| Tax Credit to Help Stimulate Housing Market |
2008-09-09 |
|
The nation's home builders are confident that a new temporary $7,500 tax credit for first-time home buyers included in a landmark housing bill enacted into law last week will get buyers back into the marketplace and help end the current cyclical downturn in the housing industry.
"First-time home buyers make up about 40 percent of the entire mark ... read more
|
| Ways To Make Your Home More Hurricane Proof |
2008-09-09 |
|
If you want to safeguard your home from the devastating winds and rain of a hurricane, there are steps you can take now, long before a storm is on the horizon.
Some of these preparations you can do yourself. Others require the expertise of an experienced contractor. For the name of a reputable contractor in your area, contact the Local Home Builder ... read more
|
| HBCA President's Message by Mark Bowes HBCA President- September |
2008-09-09 |
| September's Message:
September is the back to school month and typically has been a slow month for home sales. But, this year should be different, as of October 1st seller down payment assistance programs such as Nehemaih and AmeiDream will be no longer be an avenue we can utilize to help buyers get into their new homes. Hopefully we will see increas ... read more
|
| ICC Code Proposes Fire Sprinkler Mandates |
2008-09-03 |
|
This September, final action is being taken on proposals for the 2009 I-Codes and there are many proposed changes of concern to the nation’s home builders. Most importantly are proposals to mandate fire sprinklers in all one- and two-family homes and townhouses. This proposed mandate is very costly. According to Florida Home Builders Association Past ... read more
|
| DBPR Extends License Renewal Deadline |
2008-09-03 |
|
The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation last week extended the license renewal deadline for all Certified Construction and Electrical and Alarm Contractor licensees by one month, from Aug. 31 to Sept. 30, due to Tropical Storm Fay's recent sweep across Florida. Certified Construction and Electrical and Alarm Contractor licensees ... read more
|
| Workers’ Comp Rates to Drop for 6th Time |
2008-09-03 |
|
Proposed workers’ compensation insurance rates are scheduled to drop for the sixth consecutive year. Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty announced last week that he has received the latest rate filing from the National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) for workers' compensation insurance rates due to become effective next year. The fil ... read more
|
| Contractor Pollution/Mold Coverage Available |
2008-09-03 |
|
As Florida recovers from Tropical Storm Fay, contractors may find themselves involved in cleanup and repair of structures exposed to high levels of water. Did you know that Florida Home Builders Insurance (FHBA) offers a policy that is specifically designed to protect small contractors against pollution losses including mold, fungus and other microbia ... read more
|
| Partnership Strengthens Sustainable Housing in Florida |
2008-09-03 |
|
By Edie Ousley
Green is no longer just another color. Just like location, location, location…green is now one of the primary considerations when building a new home.
While green building has been around for years, its popularity has only grown in recent years as more and more consumers have learned the value of investing in green.
Conside ... read more
|
| How Does the Housing Tax Credit Work For You? |
2008-09-03 |
|
By Robert Parrish
The President of the United States has signed a bill into law that will give many home shoppers the extra push they need to get off the fence and into a home of their own. If you are a first-time home buyer, you should definitely investigate the possibilities.
The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 provides a tax credi ... read more
|
|
|
|
|
| |
|
| |
|
| |
|
|
|
 |
|
