The HBA Advocate Newsletter | November 8, 2023
November 8, 2023 2023 Municipal Elections Offered Mixed Results for Metro Denver Builders Last night, municipalities across metro Denver held elections with far reaching implications for the residential construction industry and our ability to meet the housing needs of Colorado residents. To that end, the MHC Board worked doggedly to help elect pro-housing candidates up…
Announcing the 2023 HAP Award Finalists
Winners to be Announced at Annual Meeting November 29th The 2023 HAP (Homebuilders and Associates in Partnership) Award recipients will be announced November 29th, at the 2023 HBA Annual Meeting. Join us to celebrate the 15 HAP Finalists and top winners, as well as attend the Annual Land Forum, Happy Hour, Dinner, Board of Directors…
Fed Pauses Again: Housing in Focus
BY ROBERT DIETZ on NOVEMBER 1, 2023 The Federal Reserve’s monetary policy committee held the federal funds rate at a top target rate of 5.5% at the conclusion of its November meeting. While noting that the Fed was “strongly” committed to reducing inflation to its target rate, this marked the second meeting in a row of no increase…
NAHB Podcast: Chief Economist Talks Builder Confidence, Starts and the Federal Reserve
On today’s episode of Housing Developments, Chief Economist Dr. Robert Dietz joins co-hosts CEO Jim Tobin and SVP Paul Lopez to discuss the latest announcement from the Fed and how key housing indicators offer a glimpse into what the future holds for the industry. Listen to Housing Developments on your favorite podcast app or watch the…
MAME Awards Finalists Announced
Congratulations to 2023 MAME Finalists! Attend The Event November 11th To Celebrate & Support Your Fellow HBA Members 2023 DENVER MAME FINALISTS LIST View Finalist Flipbook CAT 01 – ROOKIE SALES PROFESSIONAL – LESS THAN 2 YEARS SELLING Felicia Godfrey Landmark Homes Mariah Bengtson Tri Pointe Homes Nicole Jorgensen Toll Brothers CAT 02 – SALES…
Metro Housing Coalition’s 2023 Voter Guide
This November, municipalities across metro Denver will be holding elections with far reaching implications for the residential construction industry and our ability to meet the housing needs of Colorado residents. With attainable housing in metro Denver consistently ranked as one of this year’s most critical issues, the Metro Housing Coalition has made a concerted effort…
The HBA Advocate Newsletter | October 3, 2023
October 3, 2023 MHC Political Forum Highlights Construction Litigation Reform On September 21, the Metro Housing Coalition held its annual Political Forum for industry leaders and elected officials across our jurisdiction. The event doubles as a fundraising opportunity to support pro-industry candidates across the metro area and to bring awareness to public-policy challenges that impact…
PUC Public Comment Hearing Set for Oct. 4
PUC Seeking Input on Stakeholder Experience with New Electric Service The Colorado Public Utilities Commission (PUC) is seeking input from prospective utility customers, builders and housing developers, local government officials, and utility representatives on electric utility policies and practices regarding new electric service, including the costs and timing of service upgrades for interconnection. The PUC seeks…
Why Do Business With a Member?
NAHB is home to more than 140,000 Builder and Associate members working together to strengthen the home building industry. The camaraderie between both groups is vital for the continued growth of the Federation. “It’s an understanding that we’re all working towards the same goal and in the values NAHB has,” said Eugene Graf, founder and…
One More Fed Rate Hike in 2023?
Robert Dietz, NAHB Chief Economist September 20, 2023: The Federal Reserve’s monetary policy committee held the federal funds rate at a top target rate of 5.5% at the conclusion of its September meeting. The Fed will also continue to reduce its balance sheet holdings of Treasuries and mortgage-backed securities as part of quantitative tightening. These…