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President’s Report: SEBC Is Upon Us
The 2017 Southeast Building Conference (SEBC) is upon us! This week’s event, taking place at the Gaylord Palms Resort &...
Soaring Lumber Prices a Problem for Home Builders
The price of lumber is soaring, and home builders are worried. Lumber in June cost 17% more than it did...
Another Flood Insurance Crisis? Washington Rancor Threatens Progress
Despite the rancor consuming Washington, bipartisan work is happening on an issue that affects Florida more than any other state:...
How Force Majeure Contract Clauses Can Plan for the Unexpected
Anyone in the construction business can attest to the fact that it’s an industry that defines the phrase “stuff happens.”...
Lightning Protection Issue
By Joe Belcher, Code Consultant The FHBA was successful in opposing requirements for lighting protection in all commercial and multi-family...
Certified Rating Program – Accredited Inspector Onboard Training @ SEBC
SEBC Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center Kissimmee, Florida Wednesday, July 26, 2017 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm Tickets are...
In Memoriam: Frank Matthews, Hopping Green & Sams Lobbyist
Frank Matthews, a longtime FHBA legislative colleague and lobbyist for Hopping Green & Sams, passed away Thursday after his battle...
Why Washington Can’t Fix the New Housing Crisis
Donald Trump campaigned on restoring the “American dream,” a 1931 metaphor for economic success that has become political shorthand for homeownership. But...
Submit Your Q2’17 Member Rebate Claim!
All of your Builder & Remodeler members can claim for any completed residential addresses from April 1 – June 30,...