Industry Articles
New Priced Out Study Highlights the Housing Affordability Crisis
A new study by NAHB puts a spotlight on the nation’s housing affordability crisis and illustrates how even a relatively small increase in the price of a home can prevent hundreds of thousands of households from achieving the goal of homeownership. The study found that a $1,000 increase in the U.S. median new home price…
Read MoreIBSX Update from NAHB
Updated February 10, 2021 Due to platform issues, access to the exhibit booths at #IBSx has been postponed to a date TBD. IBSx Education and other sessions will proceed as scheduled, and all attendees are invited to join the sessions. Refunds will be provided to all attendees. FAQ: https://www.buildersshow.com/generic.aspx?sectionID=1697
Read MoreGovt Affairs Update from CAHB
Gov. Polis launches Dial 2.0; NAHB requests experience on lumber; General Assembly returns next week Last Friday, Governor Polis announced the state’s new COVID-19 Dial 2.0. The Dial 2.0 is an update that changes the incidence metrics for each level, significantly lowering the threshold of cases that must be met in order to restore personal…
Read MoreYLC 2020 – A Year in Review
There’s no denying that 2020 was a year for the record books. Despite its many challenges, the Young Leaders Council is excited to continuously be growing and helping provide young professionals in the building industry with opportunities to connect and further their careers. Here’s a look back on all that we were able to accomplish…
Read MoreIBS Early-Bird Discounts Extended to Monday, January 18th
The updated deadline to take advantage of special early-bird pricing for the 2021 IBSx Virtual Experience All Access Pass has been extended to Monday, Jan. 18. You don’t even have to step foot outside your home to take advantage of the benefits of IBSx, including access to: 100+ IBSx education sessions to improve your business IBSx…
Read MoreSBA and Treasury Release Updated PPP Rules
The Small Business Administration and U.S. Treasury Department have released new regulations on the expanded Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) as amended through the $900 billion coronavirus relief package that was enacted into law at the end of December. The coronavirus rescue package provides relief for small businesses from burdensome loan forgiveness requirements; creates a “second…
Read MoreDon’t be fined! Be prepared for Jan 1 Employment Rules Changes
Several new labor and employment laws and regulations will go into effect for employers starting on January 1. Please review the following links or forward to your Human Resources team. It is important that your business understands these changes and makes the necessary preparations. The following are links to the new laws and regulations set…
Read MoreWelcome Angela Harris and 2021 HBA Board of Directors
The Home Builders Association of Metro Denver (HBA) held it’s 2020 Annual Membership Meeting Thursday December 10th. Over 140 members were in attendance to witness the installation of newly elected president Angela Harris and 2021 Board of Directors during the virtual event. Angela Harris is the CEO and Principal of TRIO, an award winning, market…
Read MoreAngela Harris named 2021 Board President of Home Builders Association of Metro Denver (HBA)
New initiatives to focus on advocacy and value-added membership The Home Builders Association of Metro Denver (HBA) has elected Angela Harris as its 2021 president. Angela Harris is CEO and Principal of TRIO, one of the fastest-growing design and merchandising firms in the nation. TRIO collaborates on all aspects of master planned communities, model homes,…
Read MoreMedia Release: Colorado and Metro Denver HBAs agree to Shared Management plan; Leighty to be CEO of both HBAs
DENVER—The Colorado Association of Home Builders (CAHB) and the Home Builders Association of Metro Denver announced today that they will enter into a Shared Management Agreement beginning on December 1, 2020, with the CAHB’s current CEO Ted Leighty becoming the leader of both HBAs. The state and metro Denver HBAs will remain separate entities with…
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