Posted by karyl@hbaofic.org on Sep 17, 2018 in News
Shortage of Rough Carpenters Climbs to Record High Filed in Economics, Labor, Safety and Health by NAHB Now on September 17, 2018 • 0 Comments Three-fourths of the total cost of building a typical home goes to subcontractors. So as they get harder to find, it’s getting especially hard for projects to stay on schedule and on budget. Single-family builders who responded to a recent NAHB survey listed which workers they are struggling the most to find. Topping the list:...
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Posted by karyl@hbaofic.org on Aug 31, 2018 in News
Exceptional Spikes Have VIP Access at 2019 IBS Closing Spike Concert August 09, 2018 Outstanding Spikes will have a VIP area at the 2019 IBS concert! Spikes who recruit at least five new Builder or Associate members during 2018 qualify to RSVP. The sooner you recruit five people, the sooner you’ll have your chance to sign up! The VIP area is limited to the first 150 qualifying recruiters (each of whom can bring one guest) who RSVP – so start recruiting! Access...
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Posted by karyl@hbaofic.org on Aug 27, 2018 in News
New Home Building Arbitration Rules Provide for Quicker Resolutions Filed in Legal by NAHB Now on August 27, 2018 • 0 Comments The American Arbitration Association recently issued revisions to its Home Construction Arbitration Rules and Mediation Procedures, which became effective on August 1. The revisions are intended to expedite the alternative dispute resolution process. AAA said that it was being responsive to demands from business and consumer clients asking for a...
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Posted by karyl@hbaofic.org on Aug 16, 2018 in News
OSHA Releases Silica Standard FAQ for Construction Filed in Labor, Safety and Health by NAHB Now on August 14, 2018 • 0 Comments The Occupational Safety and Health Administration on Monday released a set of 53 frequently asked questions – and their answers – to provide guidance to employers and employees on its respirable crystalline silica standard for construction. Through the Construction Industry Safety Coalition, NAHB was an important contributor to the formulation of...
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Posted by karyl@hbaofic.org on Aug 16, 2018 in News
Democrats Introduce Several Tax Bills Focusing on Affordable Housing Filed in Capitol Hill by NAHB Now on August 16, 2018 • 1 Comment In the final days prior to the start of the traditional August congressional recess, Democrats in the House and Senate have put the spotlight on the affordable rental housing crisis by introducing a number of new bills. Here is a brief summary of the legislation: On July 19, Sen. Kamala Harris (D-Calif.) introduced the Rent Relief Tax Act (S....
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