Aaron Wahlquist 10/02/2019
Habitat for Humanity Restore is excited to welcome Beth Hughs as our new Donor Relations Manager. As a first point of contact for corporate and business donors, Beth's goal will be quality customer service through easy contact and timely pickup. Through prompt customer service Hughs hopes to better communicate Habitat's gratitude for HBA members' corporate ... Read More
Aaron Wahlquist 09/30/2019
Scott Bracy was officially diagnosed with Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS/Lou Gehrig’s disease), a progressive, fatal neuromuscular disease that slowly robs the body of its ability to walk, speak, swallow and breathe. ALS can strike anyone and presently there is no known cause or cure. On Saturday, September 28th, 2019 – the ALS Association Mid-America Chapter held a ... Read More
Aaron Wahlquist 09/30/2019
For the second year in the a row Scott Reid, Reid Homes Inc, has accepted the request to build the St. Jude Dream Home and he needs your help! Scott is searching for an Electrician, Plumber, Framer and more. If there is anything you can offer (skills, products, discounts etc.) please contact Scott at 417.840.1616 ... Read More
Aaron Wahlquist 09/29/2019
The HBA Charitable Foundation is hosting an incredible party October 15th (open for members and non members with purchased ticket). This is such a great deal for all the Incredible Pizza entertainment, plus an incredible silent auction planned – we thought, "let's just call it the Incredible Party." October 15th 5pm - 9pm $50+ Value ... Read More
Aaron Wahlquist 09/26/2019
HBA MEMBERSHIP PARTICIPATION POINTS UPDATE See How Many Points Your Company Has - View this spreadsheet for the most current points for your company as well as other HBA members. This google spreadsheet will be updated monthly. Participation Point System Playbook - Summary of the point system including how to acquire points and purpose of gaining points ... Read More
Aaron Wahlquist 09/20/2019
The HBA of Greater Springfield is honored to be hosting the Regional Leadership Conference on November 14 & 15 this year. This 2019 conference will be held at the Oasis Hotel & Convention Center (2546 N Glenstone Ave, Springfield, MO). Leader from all around the region (Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa, Illinois, Arkansas & Missouri) are ... Read More
Megan Rosewicz 09/18/2019
It was a beautiful (and hot) day for fishing last Friday at Table Rock Lake. We had 46 fishermen come out to compete, and most finished with some pretty great catches! Thank you to everyone who participated, and CONGRATULATIONS to our winners! See below for winners, sponsors and photos. The Winners 1st Place & BIG ... Read More
Aaron Wahlquist 09/17/2019
Our biggest sale of the year is going on now. Meek's Centennial Tent Sale has begun with HUGE discounts on thousands of items. We need to make room for new inventory so doors, windows, siding, trim, and other overstock building materials will all be on sale with DEEP discounts. Tent Sale dates and locations. Harrison, ... Read More
Aaron Wahlquist 09/17/2019
On October 1st at 2pm the HBA Charitable Foundation will make its smoke alarm donation to local area fire departments as a part of the Home Builders For Fire Safety Campaign. In an effort to reach fire departments of all sizes, the HBA Charitable Foundation is donating these smoke alarms to Republic, Fair Grove, Willard, ... Read More
Aaron Wahlquist 09/17/2019
Join us for our Second Annual Mouery's Warehouse Sale. Deep discounts of up to 75% off on hardwood, laminate, luxury vinyl, carpet, rugs, pillows, cleaning supplies and more! Thursday, October 3, 8am-5pm Friday, October 4, 8am-5pm Saturday, October 5, 9am-2pm Everything will be marked with amount in boxes/ lots and with prices.We will accept cash, ... Read More
Aaron Wahlquist 09/17/2019
To combat the workforce challenges – the HBA has become heavily involved and has created resources to increase involvement and educate our youth regarding quality careers in construction through Build My Future, Be Constructive and our new Kid Pro Zone. The HBA has also created a Job Postings Group on Facebook (facebook.com/groups/hbajobs) and a Job ... Read More
Aaron Wahlquist 09/17/2019
Samsung now offers laundry in a new Champagne finish. This sleek satin tone complements and brightens any laundry area, with a touch of minimalist beauty that blends seamlessly into its surroundings. Come see this and more at the Metro Appliances & More booth during the HBA Remodeling EXPO Sept 20-22. This post brought to you ... Read More
Aaron Wahlquist 09/06/2019
After a minor decline in June, existing home sales, released by the National Association of Realtors (NAR), rebounded in July. Total existing home sales, including single-family homes, townhomes, condominiums and co-ops, climbed 2.5% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 5.42 million in July. On a year-over-year basis, sales were 0.6% up than a year ago, ... Read More
Aaron Wahlquist 09/06/2019
NAHB analysis of the Census Bureau’s quarterly tax data shows that $594 billion in taxes were paid by property owners over the four quarters ending in Q1 2019.[1] It has been seven years since four-quarter property tax revenues declined. After accelerating in the third and fourth quarters of 2017, the four-quarter growth rate of property tax ... Read More
Aaron Wahlquist 09/06/2019
Despite broader interest rate declines for government bonds and mortgages, NAHB industry survey data for the second quarter of 2019 indicates that interest rates for acquisition, development and construction (AD&C) remain stubbornly elevated. For example, loans for spec single-family home building averaged a 6.2% rate for the second quarter. These higher interest rates have caused the volume ... Read More
