Posted by karyl@hbaofic.org on Jul 30, 2014 in News
ReNews RMI: The NAHB Remodeling Market Index (RMI) rose three points to 56 in the second quarter of 2014, regaining the momentum built in 2013. This is the fifth consecutive quarter for an RMI reading above 50. An RMI above 50 indicates that more remodelers report market activity is higher (compared to the prior quarter) than report it is lower. The overall RMI averages ratings of current remodeling activity with indicators of future remodeling activity. The RMI’s...
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Posted by karyl@hbaofic.org on Jul 25, 2014 in News, Uncategorized
While Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac continue to operate under government control, serious reform discussions are underway in Congress on the future of the U.S. housing finance reform system. In the aftermath of the housing downturn, investors have been reluctant to invest in mortgage securities without government backing. While the House of Representatives is considering legislation to completely remove the government role in the conventional mortgage market, the Senate is...
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Posted by karyl@hbaofic.org on Jul 25, 2014 in Education Opportunities, News
GET INVOLVED. GET CONNECTED. Attend monthly general membership meetings with other’s in your profession. Meetings are informative with interesting speakers and activities. Take part in the annual Parade of Homes, the Home Show, HBA sponsored Golf Outing, and other activities. Click here to download The Greater Iowa City Area Home Builders Association Membership Application
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