May
2016
NEWSLETTER

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This special member benefit is available to all LHBA members. There is no catch... simply fill out the claim form and get money back for the things you already purchase for your projects.



ALL members can claim for all homes, remodeling projects or multi-family units completed from January-March, 2016 that used any of the 50 participating Manufacturers . No receipts are necessary to process the rebates as they utilize Manufacturer salespersons to verify the information through their distribution. This makes the paperwork simple and requires minimal time. The  deadline to submit for your first quarter rebate is May 20, 2016 !!


You need to register for our Member Rebate Program
so they'll know where to send your check! 
Once you've registered, you can submit your rebate claim form!

Click here to register for our Member Rebate Program 








BUILD-PAC'S NEW "FAIR SHARE" PROGRAM

BUILD-PAC's new Fair Share campaign is the easiest way to get involved in the political process. We are asking every member to do their Fair Share for the housing industry by contributing just $25 to BUILD-PAC during the 2015-2016 election cycle.


What would happen if every NAHB member did their Fair Share? 
If every member does their Fair Share and invests a minimum of $25, then BUILD-PAC will be a $3.5 Million PAC. This would allow BUILD-PAC and housing to have an even greater impact in the 2016 elections. 

What is my Fair Share going toward? 
Your contribution helps elect pro-housing, pro-business candidates who will support our issues and fight for housing in Congress.

How can I help with the Fair Share campaign? 
Please help your state meet its goal. During your state and local meetings back home, ask your peers to do their Fair Share for housing by contributing just $25 to BUILD-PAC in this election cycle. If every member does their Fair Share, then BUILD-PAC's voice will be LOUDER and STRONGER than ever before.

Questions? For more information contact BUILD-PAC staff. 
Meghan Everngam, Assistant Vice President | (202) 266-8259 | MEverngam@nahb.org Sofia Fox, Fundraising Manager | (202) 266-8248 | SFox@nahb.org Sashia Moore | (202) 266-8114 | SMMoore@nahb.org NAHB.org/buildpac 


 
LHBA RAISED OVER $5,000 FOR PAC THROUGH THE BOTTLES FOR PAC FUNDRAISER!



 

NATIONAL NEWS UPDATE FOR HOME BUILDERS:

Home Builders File Suit over Silica Rule
Eight construction industry organizations, including the Texas Association of Builders, recently 
filed a petition for review of the final crystalline silica rule  by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. OSHA did not consider industry concerns when it moved forward with an infeasible permissible exposure limit in the final rule.


More Than $100 Billion in Homeownership Tax Benefits
Home owners saw their tax bills trimmed by more than $100 billion in 2014, due to tax benefits that apply to homeownership, according to estimates by the Joint Committee on Taxation and NAHB analysisThe mortgage interest deduction accounted for $72.4 billion in tax savings, while the real estate tax deduction saved home owners an additional $30.2 billion.


Changes to Flood Insurance Rates Now in Effect
Several changes to the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) took effect April 1, affecting a wide range of builders, developers, businesses, home owners and insurance agents operating in areas covered by the NFIP. NAHB has prepared a summary of the changes.

Urge Lawmakers to Support Key Legislation
Visit CapitolConnect.com/BuilderLink and encourage your legislators to stop the Department of Labor's draft "white collar" overtime regulation.
 
Continuing
Education
Credit Opportunities


Residential Builders must earn 6 CEU credits each year, even with a multi-year license.


There are no CEU courses being offered in the month of May. Stay tuned for opportunities in the coming months.


CONTACT YOUR LOCAL ASSOCIATION FOR UPCOMING COURSES
UPCOMING LOCAL ASSOCIATION EVENTS


Capital Region Builders Association
May 6 - Early Bird Drawing for $100 Home for Good - Mother's Day Special Drawing
May 12 -  6 PM Annual Catfish Fry - Kick-off of the Parade of Homes at UCT Hall
May 14 & 15 and Sat & Sun, May 14 & 15 -  Annual Parade of Homes
June 17 - Early Bird Drawing for $100 Home for Good - Father's Day Special Drawing

HBA of Greater New Orleans
May 13 - 2 nd  Quarter President's Reception
11:30am-1pm
Ralph's on the Park, 900 City Park Avenue, NOLA
$15 per person ($25 @ door)
May 20-21 - Wess Wyman Memorial Fishing Rodeo
Cypress Cove Marina, Venice, LA 
June 4-5 & 11-12 - Parade of Homes
June 10-12 - Southern Sportsman's Festival & Expo
Alario Center, Westwego, LA
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Northshore HBA
May 14-15, 20-22 Northshore Parade of Homes,
May 26 Spring Scholarship Golf Tournament, Carter Plantation
June 4 -   Raising the Roof for Charity Raffle House Grand Prize Drawing, Spring Haven Subdivision in Madisonville 2:00pm
June 15 Northshore HBA Ribbon Cutting at Northshore HBA Office 4:00pm 

Northwest LA HBA
May 26 Crawfish Boil  @ HBA Office
June 4-5 and 11-12 Parade of Homes;  Homes open 1-6 pm daily

Southeastern LA HBA
May 4 Annual Membership Crawfish Boil at  6:00 PM -  SLHBA Office
June 1 Hot Dog Wednesday  11 AM-1PM -  SLHBA Office

 


LHBA Events

LHBA Executive Committee
June 16th

LHBA Summer Board of Directors
July 27-29
Hilton Sandestin Resort
Sandestin, Florida

Social Media
Like us on Facebook

LIKE US on Facebook and visit our blog for more up-to-date information going on around you! 
General Liability Coverage for Builders
Workers' Comp.
Ask about the VIP program!  
If you are not a member with us or you have subcontractors that maybe interested, contact Home Builders SIF for more details. 1.877.LHBASIF (1.877.542.2743)
LHBA Builders Risk Program
New Homes
Find and list new homes now using our New Homes Directory linked to our website  Click Here!  
Do Business with Members!!!
LHBA Buyer's Guide
 
 
As an NAHB benefit, members have access to discounts and savings opportunities offered by many top companies  


THANK YOU TO OUR 2016
Ambassador Sponsors:





LHBA MISSION STATEMENT
Our goal is to provide Louisiana with quality housing that is safe and affordable.

The Louisiana Home Builders Association is comprised of Builders & Associate members which:

  • Represents the homebuilding industry before state & regulatory bodies
  • Serves as the chief advocate of private property rights

  • Educates the general public as to the advantages of utilizing licensed builders

  • Promotes professionalism in the homebuilding industry

  • Promotes economic development & quality of life in Louisiana

Membership Benefits and Rebates 
GET REBATES FROM SUPPLIES YOU ALREADY USE!

  As an LHBA member, you can be putting money back into your pocket with our NEW and EXCITING LHBA Member Rebate Program!  It's very simple to sign up, but to collect the rebates you've earned in 2012, you MUST sign up before February 20th!
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2016
LHBA Senior Officers

Jim Fine,
President

Conrad Blanchard,
1st Vice President

Nick Castjohn,
2nd Vice President

Curtis Loftin,
3rd Vice President

April Becquet,
Associate VP

Ray Kothe,
NAHB Representative

Peter Young,
Immediate Past
President 

Contact Information
Stephanie Reid

Louisiana Home Builders Association

660 Laurel Street
Suite A
Baton Rouge, LA 70802

stephanie@ LHBA.org

(225) 387-2714

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