September 2016

The Bottom Line: Workers’ Comp Increase

For the past several months, we have been waiting with baited breath for the final decision by Florida’s Office of Insurance Regulation (OIR) regarding the pending worker’s compensation increase. Last week, we finally got our answer, and not one that works best for our industry. OIR unofficially announced a 14.5% increase to workers’ compensation insurance. …

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Miramar Commission to Consider Raising Fees for Homebuilders

Developers of residential units may soon find it much more expensive to build here. The city commission is expected to consider Wednesday night a proposal to increase by 48 percent the fees it charges developers for every unit built. As the city stretches outward and upward with new housing units to accommodate a steady increase in population, …

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Homeowners Embrace Smart Technology When Renovating Homes, Houzz Survey Finds

Renovating homeowners are integrating “smart” features into their homes, according to the 2016 U.S. Houzz Smart Home Trends Survey, conducted in collaboration with CEDIA. The survey of nearly 1,000 homeowners in the midst of, planning, or who have recently completed a home renovation project found that nearly half of renovating homeowners are incorporating “smart” technology: …

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President’s Report

As many of your local Builder Associations ramp up for Fall Membership drives, we wanted to take the opportunity to share what we as a federated organization – Local HBA, FHBA, and NAHB – have accomplished for you as a valued member in 2016: FHBA testified at the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation’s public hearing …

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How Will Connected Technology Change the Shape of Workplace Safety?

This design forecast from Pushcart Creative discusses the new role connected technology is playing in workplace safety. Proactive safety equipment has seen less technological advancement than, say, scheduling, design or even customer service, but all that could be about to change. A new wave of affordable, proactive, learning devices will soon be able to integrate …

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NEFBA President Supports Association Advocacy

Chet Skinner, President of North East Florida Builders Association (NEFBA), speaks to the unique nature of advocacy typical members don’t usually see in our organizations. Skinner is quoted as saying, “You can be proud of the team work of our NEFBA members and their ability to partner with other local associations.”…read more

FHB Insurance Announces Key Executive Changes

FHB Insurance (FHB) announced  that effective September 15, 2016 Leigh Mansfield, Vice President of Underwriting, has accepted another position and is relocating to Tennessee. Mansfield served FHB for over seven years, where she also worked as interim Chief Executive Officer. “Leigh was an asset to FHB, as she moved the company forward during many changes …

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FHB Insurance Announces Key Executive Changes

For Immediate Release: September 12, 2016 – FHB Insurance (FHB) announced today that effective September 15, 2016 Leigh Mansfield, Vice President of Underwriting, has accepted another position and is relocating to Tennessee. Mansfield served FHB for over seven years, where she also worked as interim Chief Executive Officer. “Leigh was an asset to FHB, as …

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FBA Participating in the 2016 Giving Challenge!

The Future Builders of America (FBA) is proud and excited to be participating in the Sarasota Community Foundation 2016 Giving Challenge. The online Giving Challenge starts at Noon on September 20th and ends at Noon on September 21st. During the Giving Challenge every unique donation will be matched 2 to 1. What does that mean? …

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