Business & Financial
Builder Confidence Posts Solid Gain in May
Builder confidence in the market for newly-built single-family homes rose three points to 66 in May, according to the latest National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI). Builder sentiment is at its highest level since October 2018 after declines in late 2018 due to higher interest rates and concerns over slower growth.…
Read MoreHow Does Your Business Measure Up?
Nobody likes to operate in a vacuum, but in a competitive industry such as home building, it can be very difficult to determine how your business measures up to your competitors. Industry benchmarks on profit margins, asset levels and equity positions are important because they allow businesses to compare their performance to their peers, and…
Read MoreHBA Education for July – Sept, 2018
Get your calendar out and mark these dates for HBA Education in July through September, 2018. July 24 Choosing The Correct Insulation For Each Job and Why It Matters 3pm, HBA office. No charge to attend Representatives from G5 Enterprises will be on hand to discuss the variety of different types of insulation and which…
Read MoreHow to Make Sense of the Tax Law Changes in 2018
In a series of posts featured on the Eye on Housing blog, NAHB economists are helping builders and remodelers make sense of the changes in tax law that resulted from legislation passed in December. The initial two posts of this Tax Reform Toolkitdiscussed the basics of the pass-through deduction, or 199A, and how those rules apply to high-income taxpayers. Those…
Read MoreEducation for HBA Members – May 2018
It’s time to RSVP for HBA Education in May! We have three different topics scheduled this month ranging from how title requirements have changed in new construction to managing people to installation tips for windows and doors – there’s something for everyone! Call 417-881-3711 or email today to reserve your spot. – BUILDERS! – These…
Read MoreEDUCATION – 2012 IRC Wall Bracing Requirements
Don’t miss the next HBA Building Education session – 2012 IRC Wall Bracing Requirements. This educational session is scheduled for Wednesday, March 21st, 3pm at the HBA office. This session will last 1.5 hours and is a webinar hosted by The Engineered Wood Association. Register now to attend! Wednesday, March 21st 3pm HBA Office Live…
Read MoreTax Reform and Your Bottom Line – Members-Only Webinar – March 5, 2018
Monday, March 5, 2018 at noon. (central time) The landmark tax reform legislation, which took effect January 1, created significant changes in the tax code that will affect the housing industry and our small business members. To help you understand how these changes could impact your business, NAHB is providing a members-only webinar on March…
Read MoreEstate Planning, Business Succession Planning & Partnership Buy-Outs – Education
RSVP for education today and join us for a very important and informative education session presented by Jason Smith from Spencer Fane Law Firm. Jason will present information related to Estate Planning, Business Succession Planning & Partnership Buy-Outs. You will not want to miss this, click here to RSVP today, email Emily@SpringfieldHBA.com, or call 417.881.3711. When: Tuesday, November…
Read MoreEmployee Misclassification – Do You Fear Being Penalized?
Are you concerned that you will be penalized for how you classify your employees? Are you certain that your employees are getting the proper benefits? Do you trust that you are following all of the rules and codes? If you are uncertain about any of these questions, then save the date and join us for…
Read MoreHBA Education – Bonding Basics Seminar
Bonding Basics Seminar * To register – email Carly Pierson at carla.pierson@ollisaa.com or call 417-881-8333 HBA Education Sponsor – Meek’s – The Builder’s Choice
Read MoreRegulation and Its Unintended Consequences – Elliot Eisenberg
Looking around the United States there are cities like Boston, Los Angeles and Washington, DC that have very high house prices. Yet there are equally successful cities like Austin, Dallas, Louisville and Oklahoma City that have much more affordable home prices. Why the difference? Of course the surf is better in L.A. than in Dallas,…
Read MoreNumber of Improving Housing Markets Surges in December
A monthly measure of markets in the United States whose economic indicators are on the rise, identified the Springfield, Missouri market as an improving market in this month’s report. Nationwide, the number of housing markets considered “improving” according to parameters established by the National Association of Home Builders/First American Improving Markets Index (IMI) surged by…
Read MoreHBA Housing & Construction Conference May 23 – Last Chance to RSVP!
The HBA of Greater Springfield will host its third annual Ozarks Regional Housing and Construction Conference on Wednesday, May 23 at the Hilton Garden Inn in south Springfield. The 2012 conference builds on the success of the 2011 event, while offering a number of substantial improvements for participants in 2012. Highlights of the 2012 Conference include…
Read MoreFree NAHB Webinar Will Address Appraisal Issues on May 16
If you’re one of the many HBA members who’ve encountered serious challenges in obtaining accurate appraisals on new construction, you might want to check out our upcoming Builders’ Guide to Appraisals webinar, which happens on May 16. The discussion will focus on recent changes in appraisal standards and practices, ways to improve communication with lenders and appraisers, tips on…
Read MoreWhat to Expect When Pent-Up Housing Demand is Released
A new entry in NAHB’s Eye on Housing blog this week looks at what builders should expect to see happening in the marketplace once the backlog of household formations that have been delayed by the recession actually materialize. NAHB has estimated that as a result of current economic conditions, there are approximately 2.1 million households that were expected to form…
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