Posted by karyl@hbaofic.org on Jan 10, 2022 in News
Congratulations, you’ve decided to buy a home this year. Homeownership has many rewards including building up equity and having a place to call your own. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a trade-up buyer, the sooner you start preparing, the better. By following these simple tips, you’ll feel confident and ready to get out there and find the perfect home for you this year. Determine Your Home Search Criteria In a hot housing market, you may not get all the home features...
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Posted by karyl@hbaofic.org on Jan 5, 2022 in News
Check out the January edition of Builders News. Meet the new Board of Directors, celebrate the Annual Meeting and Holiday Party successes and more.
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Posted by karyl@hbaofic.org on Jan 3, 2022 in News
The beginning of a new year offers a fresh start and a chance to usher in a positive change. New year’s resolutions are usually associated with personal goals, such as losing weight or saving money. This year instead — or perhaps in addition — you can resolve to take steps to refresh your home. A completed home improvement project, even a small one, can make a big difference in the comfort and enjoyment of your space year-round. For example, you can resolve to: Let...
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Posted by karyl@hbaofic.org on Dec 28, 2021 in News
At the behest of NAHB, 84 members of Congress this week sent a joint letter to Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo expressing urgent concern regarding the Commerce Department’s recent decision to double tariffs on softwood lumber products from Canada. The letter also calls on the United States to resume talks with Canada to negotiate a new softwood lumber trade agreement. NAHB Chairman Chuck Fowke applauded the bipartisan group of lawmakers for “taking a stand for housing and...
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Posted by Michelle on Dec 7, 2021 in News
Homeownership. A goal to which many aspire, but often cannot attain. That’s why Greater Iowa City Area HBA members AM Management and Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity (IVHFH) are partnering to provide 10 homes for IVHFH families on Indigo Court in Southeast Iowa City. Five will be in place this year, and another five in 2022 with a November completion date. Another Iowa City Area HBA member, the Housing Trust Fund of Johnson County, provided down-payment funding assistance...
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Posted by Michelle on Dec 2, 2021 in News
Check out the December edition of Builders News. Learn about recent workforce development efforts, meet Young Professionals Network Co-Chair Tyesha Perry, Skogman Realty, and more.
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