HBA Recieves Three National Awards
Wed, 21 Sep 2011
Savvy Consumers Putting a Premium on Green Building
Fri, 22 Jul 2011Green values have been reported on extensively in the media and touted in advertising during the past decade, but sadly they've also been accompanied by misinformation and tremendous…
NAHB Applauds EPA Rejection Of Renovation Clearance Testing Requirements
Tue, 19 Jul 2011From: NAHB Communications
http://www.cnbc.com/id/43738848?slide=1 The Top 10 Cities Untouched by the Housing Bust by CNBC Over the past several years, the…Top 10 Cities Untouched by Housing Bust - LR ranked #4
Fri, 15 Jul 2011
Legal Education Seminar - CANCELED
Thu, 16 Jun 2011The education seminar scheduled for next week (June 21) has been canceled. We will reschedule for a later date.
Housing Starts Gain 3.5 Percent in May
Thu, 16 Jun 2011
http://www.nahb.org/news_details.aspx?newsID=12900
June 16, 2011 - Nationwide housing starts…
New OSHA Fall Protection Guidelines - 90-day delay
Fri, 10 Jun 2011OSHA's new Fall Protection Guidelines are set to go into effect on June 16, 2011; however, OSHA has indicated that it is giving a 90-day window for homebuilders to update their policies and procedures…
Construction jobs up, hiring down - KTHV Channel 11
Tue, 7 Jun 2011How is the Arkansas market hold up to the national one? Watch the story below:
http://www.todaysthv.com/news/article/160093/2/On-Assignment-Construction-jobs-up-hiring-down
NAHB: Housing Starts Rise 7.2 Percent in March
Mon, 25 Apr 2011April 19, 2011 - Nationwide housing starts rose 7.2 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 549,000 units in March from an upwardly revised number in the previous month, the U.S. Commerce…
Home Builder Sentiment Drops in April
Mon, 18 Apr 2011Statement from NAHB Chairman Bob Neilson on President Obama's Plan to Reduce Long-Term Deficits
Thu, 14 Apr 2011April 13, 2011 - Bob Nielsen, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and a home builder from Reno, Nev., issued the following statement regarding President Obama’s…
Little Rock, AR ranked #7 in the Top 10 U.S. Housing Markets
Mon, 11 Apr 2011…
Sherwood Studying Impact Fees
Tue, 29 Mar 2011Last night, Sherwood's City Council approved moving forward with an Impact Fee study for parks and roads. In doing so, the Council plans to form a workgroup which oversees this study and is expected…
HB1013 in Senate Committee
Tue, 22 Feb 2011HB1013 - a bill targeting the construction industry - will run in the Senate Committee on State Agencies on Thursday, February 24 at 9:00 a.m. Please meet in the Old Senate Chamber if you wish to watch…
HBA Office Closed - Wed, Feb 9 and Thu, Feb 10
Wed, 9 Feb 2011Our offices will be closed due to the inclement weather. Please send us an email if you have a general question or interested in the Home Show: info@hbaglr.com.
Contractors Ready for Second Run of Illegal Workers Proposal
Mon, 31 Jan 2011Contractors Ready for Second Run of Illegal Workers Proposal Arkansas' fastest growing city can keep growing. On Monday night, an alderwoman’s push for a six month moratorium on building new homes failed. "Most developers are not educated in land development,” says Ron Tyne, president of Rocket… September 22, 2010 - Americans overwhelmingly oppose any action by Congress to tamper with the mortgage interest deduction, according to a new nationwide survey of likely voters commissioned… President of the National association… On Friday, August 27, 2010, members of the Home Builders Association will be joined by National Association of Home Builders President, Bob Jones, in dedicating the GREEN BUILT Model Home. Members… In a major victory for affordable housing, sound… The Senate on Aug. 4 approved H.R. 5981, legislation that will help recapitalize the Federal Housing… little rock builder recieves bronze certification On June 30, Fannie Mae released new appraisal-related policies and additional guidance… http://www.nahb.org/news_details.aspx?sectionID=148&newsID=11026 July 8, 2010 - A coalition of housing industry groups joined the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) today… The Federal Tax Credits are not being extended. However the deadline to close is being extended through September 30, 2010. Due to the length of time to close on short sales and distressed… FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE On Wednesday, the Senate adopted an amendment to the tax extenders bill that would tweak the home buyer tax credit. As you are likely to get calls about this change, and it may cause some confusion,… The Arkansas Home Builders Association is gearing up for their Summer Convention at the Embassy Suites in Hot Springs. The convention will take place on July 8th and 9th. This is an event members across… The City of Little Rock announced that its permit office will be closed for lunch from 11:45 to 1:00, effective June 1, 2010. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Nationwide housing starts rose 5.8 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 672,000 units in April as the deadline for an important home buyer tax incentive arrived, according to figures released… The EPA has gone forward with its proposal to eliminate a provision to its Lead: Renovation, Repair and Painting rule that… http://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2010/may/13/few-boarder-lr-landlords-face-new-fees-20100513/ LITTLE ROCK — Small-time landlords in Little… EPA Announces New Guidelines for Energy Star Homes Release date: 04/19/2010 Contact Information: Enesta…
http://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2010/apr/14/lead-paint-rule-deadline-near-20100414/ Rule on Lead Safety Set to Take Effect Ricky Finkbeiner of Energy Master Homes, will be conducting a short education seminar on HVAC systems in green homes. The clinic will begin at 11:00 a.m. at the Green Built Home in Woodlands Edge.… To honor his commitment to the building industry, Lanny Tillery, CGA, CGP, CAPS of Whirlpool Corporation in Benton was recently inducted into the Society of Honored Associates of the National… Beginning April 22, contractors working on facilities built prior to 1978 are required to have EPA lead paint certification. Renovations that disturb painted surfaces in homes, day care centers… Please join Mark Edds from Dupont Tyvek as he delivers an onsite window flashing clinic. Construction costs account for nearly 3/5ths of home prices, according to a new NAHB survey on the various components that go into the price of a typical single-family home. The study, "Breaking … The EPA is requiring certification of both individuals and their employer companies in lead paint removal and remediation. This will be enforced by the EPA for any projects occurring in homes that… President Barack Obama Tuesday proposed rebates of up to $3,000 to help homeowners pay for the cost of making their homes more energy efficient as part of a $6 billion program to create jobs. Please… Move in for the Home Show begins at 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday morning and continues through Thursday afternoon. If you need to schedule your time, or simply have a question, please call Shannon Smiatek… We are proud to announce that we're down to our final few booths! If you're looking to promote your product or service to nearly 10,000 people around Central Arkansas, then look no further… Please follow link to the EPA's website. http://www.cnbc.com/id/35213452
The Little Rock Metropolitan area ranked amongst the Nation's Top 25 Strongest Housing Markets, according to an article published by Forbes Magazine. First-time home buyers who would otherwise qualify for the $8,000, but don't have the money for a down payment or closing fees, may now be able to get a loan to help cover those upfront costs. U.S. Housing and Urban Development Secretary Shaun Donovan announced today that the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) will allow first-time home buyers to apply the $8,000 tax credit towards the…
By Mark Carter - 1/31/2011CONSUMER ALERT: Rule Offers New Protections For Distressed Homeowners
Wed, 5 Jan 2011
CONSUMER ALERT: RULE OFFERS NEW PROTECTIONS FOR DISTRESSED HOMEOWNERS
OSHA is Cracking Down on Violators
Mon, 8 Nov 2010
Energy Efficient Tax Credit Set to Expire
Mon, 8 Nov 2010
No Building Moratorium for Maumelle
Wed, 6 Oct 2010
People packed Monday night’s…Builder Magazine features Local Developer and HBA Member
Thu, 23 Sep 2010
NAHB Voters Warn: Don't Mess with the Mortgage Interest Deducation
Wed, 22 Sep 2010
President of National Association of Home Builders Dedicates Model Home
Mon, 30 Aug 2010
GREEN BUILT Model Home Dedication
Thu, 26 Aug 2010
Builders Receive Sound Advice on Obtaining Accurate Appraisals
Mon, 16 Aug 2010
EPA Must Revise Storm Water Rules
Mon, 16 Aug 2010
Congress Approves Increase in FHA Premiums
Thu, 12 Aug 2010
Builder Recieves Bronze Certification
Fri, 30 Jul 2010
SAVE THE DATE - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony & Tour
Tue, 20 Jul 2010
New Appraisal Guidance from Fannie Mae is Good News
Mon, 12 Jul 2010
NAHB to Sue EPA Over Lead Paint Regulations (source: NAHB.org)
Thu, 8 Jul 2010
Housing's Powerful Lobby Surges Ahead (source: CNBC)
Fri, 2 Jul 2010
http://www.cnbc.com/id/38038267
Housing's Powerful Lobby…
Congress Extends Closing Deadline of Federal Tax Credits
Thu, 1 Jul 2010
EPA Delays Enforcement of New Lead Paint Rule
Mon, 21 Jun 2010
$8,000 Tax Credit: Closing Extension
Fri, 18 Jun 2010
AHBA Summer Convention
Thu, 10 Jun 2010
City of Little Rock Permit Office to Close for Lunch
Thu, 27 May 2010
Bryan Doan of Doan Construction Recieves Two Designations
Mon, 24 May 2010
Housing Starts Rise 5.8% in April
Tue, 18 May 2010
Lead Paint Rule's Opt-Out Provision Ends July 6
Mon, 17 May 2010
Few-boarder LR landlords face new fees (Democrat-Gazette)
Thu, 13 May 2010
Final ENERGY STAR Homes Version 3 Guidelines Now Available
Fri, 30 Apr 2010
City of Little Rock Green Program Press Conference
Fri, 16 Apr 2010
Lead-Paint Rule Deadline Near (Arkansas Democrat Gazette)
Thu, 15 Apr 2010
Rule on Lead Safety Set to Take Effect
Tue, 13 Apr 2010
By MIREYA NAVARRO
Published: April 09, 2010
After almost two decades of delays, the Environmental Protection Agency…Green Built - HVAC Clinic
Tue, 6 Apr 2010
Lanny Tillery, CGA, CGP Inducted into NAHB Society of Honored Associates
Mon, 29 Mar 2010
EPA Requires New Lead Paint Certification for Contractors
Mon, 29 Mar 2010
Model Home - Window Flashing Clinic
Mon, 22 Mar 2010
Attendees will see a demonstration of the proper methods of flashing window openings using self-adhered…Construction Costs Account for Nearly 3/5ths of Home Prices
Mon, 15 Mar 2010
EPA Lead Paint Training Seminars Scheduled
Tue, 9 Mar 2010
$3,000 Home Energy Rebates Proposed
Tue, 2 Mar 2010
Home Show Move In Begins Wednesday
Wed, 24 Feb 2010
2010 Home Show - Exhibit Space Nearly Sold Out!
Tue, 23 Feb 2010
Energy Star Program Hits Major Milestone: 1 million homes built in US
Wed, 3 Feb 2010
Mortgage Applications Jump 21% on Refi Wave (www.cnbc.com)
Wed, 3 Feb 2010
Little Rock Metropolitan Area is Listed as one of the Nation's Strongest Housing Markets
Thu, 30 Jul 2009
FHA Tax Credit Monetization Helps Home Buyers
Tue, 9 Jun 2009
Home Builders Applaud Loans to Assist First Time Home Buyers
Fri, 29 May 2009
