Footings Sept/Oct 2013

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BI-MONTHLY INSIGHT INTO THE RICHMOND NEW HOME INDUSTRY

Special Parade of Homes Issue! September/October 2013

Parade of Homes Graciously Sponsored By

About HBAR……………………………………………………………………………………. 3 President’s Message……………………………………………………………………………... 5 From the CEO……………………………………………………………………………………. 6 Parade of Homes…………………….…………………………………………………………... 8 Parade of Homes Award Breakfast…..………………………………………………………….. 9 Spike Club……………………………...………………………………………………………... 11 Upcoming Events………………………………………………………………………………... 12 Professional Designations……………………………………………………………………….. 13 Homearama Marketing Opportunities…………………………………………………………... 14 New and Renewing Members…………………………………………………………………… 15 Member Announcements………………………………………………………………………... 17 Special Building Codes Event Announcement………………………………………………….. 18 NAHB Member Benefits……………………………………………………………………….. 19 New Home Market Analysis….…………………………………………………………...…….. 20

THE NEWS OF HBAR VOLUME 19 SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2013

Home Building Association of Richmond

This Issue’s Contents

Home Building Association of Richmond (HBAR)

ABOUT US We are a non-profit trade association affiliated with the Home Building Association of Virginia and the National Associ-ation of Home Builders, and we represent our members in the building industry. Service to our members is our primary emphasis, which includes offering resources that will allow our members to con-duct their business with confidence and professionalism. We support the growth of the building industry and the quality of our communities through active involvement in community affairs and advocating concern for the environment, while maintaining a positive climate for growth.

SHARED VALUES Conforms to high professional standards of conduct and exercises the discipline prescribed by moral principles. A grow-ing and respected leader in the community and industry with good growth in membership. Having a clear sense of pur-pose— a mission—which it commits to and uses to evaluate all its results and activities. Making a worthwhile contribu-tion to our communities and meeting the needs of individual members.

Having a sense that the mission is meaningful. An organization where friendly and informal relations through network-ing opportunities are provided.

Supplies the necessary resources, training and expertise to understand industry and legislative issues and how they may affect the success of individual members.

VISION To champion housing and community.

MISSION Provide leadership to develop innovative programs that enable our community to thrive. Using research, education and public relations, we will be a credible resource, building a strong coalition for the current and future benefit of our asso-ciation and community.

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Craig Toalson

Chief Executive Officer

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Victoria Moody

Director of Special Events

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400 N. Ridge Road Richmond, VA 23229

(804) 282 - 9866 FAX

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Crystal Valle

Director of Membership and Marketing [email protected]

HBAR PERSONNEL

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Did you know that HBAR offers professional designa-tions through NAHB? This member service allows HBAR members to grow their professional endeavors while their association is hard at work promoting the building industry. Education

through NAHB has always been available to HBAR members to increase mem-ber’s skill set and make them

more marketable. NAHB education is coming to Rich-mond this fall! On October 23, 2013, HBAR will offer the Builder Assessment Review (BAR) and Professional Re-modeling Experience Profile (PREP) assessment tests. These tests are the first step for builders and remodelers towards obtaining the prestigious designations of Certified Graduate Builder (CGB) and Certified Graduate Remodel-er (CGR). If you’re looking to take your career to the next level, con-sider sitting fort the assessment tests towards a CGB or CGR. You can choose from any of NAHB’s 13 profes-sional designations in building, remodeling, green build-ing, sales and marketing, and low-income housing tax credit. A NAHB Designation says a lot about you. Profes-sional designations offer excellent opportunities to im-prove your skills, advance your career, and be recognized for your commitment to professional growth. The BAR assessment offered at HBAR on October 23, 2013 for $95 (regular price $145) will measure your ex-pertise in five key areas of the building industry: Building Technology, Business and Finance, Project Management, Sales and Marketing and Safety. The PREP assessment for remodelers will measure your expertise in Marketing

and Advertising, Business Management, Estimating, Con-tracts Liability, and Project Management. Your results will show you the areas where your knowledge is strong-est, where it is weakest, and will determine the courses required for you to obtain your CGB or CGR. If you sit for the assessment at HBAR in October you have a chance to test out of those areas where your knowledge and experience is greatest. This will allow you to earn your CGB designation faster than ever before. Do you have what it takes to be a CGB or CGR? Let’s find out…If you are up to the challenge, you too can join the most prestigious club in the building industry. I would like to congratulate and acknowledge the current HBAR members listed on the following pages that hold an NAHB professional designation. You are truly an indus-try leader. If you would like more information on the BAR or PREP assessment tests being held at HBAR on Wednesday, Oc-tober 23, contact Craig Toalson at [email protected] or 804.282.0400

Rob Carter HBAR President 2013

Southern Traditions

President’s Message... NAHB Education is Coming to HBAR




What do you get from being a member from HBAR? In the May/June 2013 Footings issue, I wrote about the membership benefit of ca-maraderie and having a “sense of us.” Camaraderie is being a part of something bigger that exists among friends and businesses with common interests. I still be-lieve that this is the single largest benefit that anyone gains from being a member of an organization. That said, HBAR leadership is constantly working to ensure

that you, the member and cus-tomer of this great organization can’t afford not to contin-ue your membership. Did you know that all HBAR members involved in the physical construction of a house, including surveyors, en-gineers, and architects are eligible to receive a Verizon Wireless discount of 22% off corporate calling plans? Al-so employees receive up to an 18% discount (15% plus an additional 3% discount if enrolled in online billing) on their individual plans! If you aren’t taking advantage of this great discount, please visit mynpp.com. If you have any questions or would like to have a Verizon business sales representative reach out to you, please call NPP at 800.810.3909 or email [email protected]. Did you know that your membership includes membership to the Home Builders Association of Virginia (HBAV)? HBAV is constantly fighting for our industry with law-makers and regulators, saving builders thousands. HBAV is extremely active in the adoption of the Virginia building code. Though HBAV is there for you, there are several other advocacy groups attempting to add provisions to the building code that will increase the cost of construction with no cost benefit to our member builders. In recent years, HBAV has had major success only allowing neces-sary code changes that are practical and cost effective to builders. According to U.S. Department of Energy, the

total construction cost increase for the 2012 IECC com-pared to Virginia State Code is: 2,400 ft² House: $2,138 1,200 ft² Apartment/Condo: $1,120 Building codes are made to protect public safety and health in the built environment, but they ignore the im-pacts on resources that the building community and code officials have. This one change has saved every builder in Virginia, $2,138 per house. Without your membership, HBAV would not have the resources to make such a sig-nificant impact. Because the building code and 2012 Energy Code changes are coming to Virginia in future years, HBAR has part-nered with DOW Building Solutions and Weyerhaeuser to hold an educational presentation that will focus on the 2012 IECC upcoming code changes how builders can in-corporate energy efficiency into their homes cost effec-tively. The seminar is FREE to HBAR members and is scheduled for October 15, 2013. Visit www.hbar.org for more information. HBAR understands that the building industry is very com-petitive and constantly changing. Many members are look-ing for ways to separate themselves from the competition and better their craft of building homes. HBAR under-stands this and is offering assessment tests for builders and remodelers on October 23, 2013 to start the process of obtaining their CGB (certified graduate builder) and CGR (certified graduate remodeler). Professional designations offer a way to separate you from the competition and prove that status as an industry leader. The assessments tests will be offered for a discounted rate of $95 (regular $145) for HBAR members. This column describes just a small sampling of what you gain from your HBAR membership. Our members are our customers and we value your participation and support more than ever.

Craig Toalson Chief Executive Officer

HBAR

From the CEO... HBAR Membership Delivers Added Value




804.925.8883




Parade of Homes® 2013




The 62nd Annual Parade of Homes Returns in October

The Home Building Association of Richmond is proud to announce that the 62nd Annual Parade of Homes event will return to the Greater Richmond area in October. This event is the premier program showcasing the best new homes in the region. The Parade of Homes begins on October 5 and will run for the first three week-ends of the month. There will be 60 new homes and 1 remodeled home built by 27 builder members in this year’s show, and more than half are decorated models. This number of entries represents a more than 25 percent increase in entries from 2012, providing attendees even more new homes and trends to tour. “The Parade of Homes is the best chance to see the newest home building designs and trends up close,” said Rob Carter, 2013 HBAR President and builder with Southern Traditions Homes. “This event is a great oppor-tunity to tour new homes if you’re in the market or simply want to get inspired.” The homes are located throughout the Greater Richmond area including Counties of Chesterfield, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, King William, New Kent, and Powhatan, and the City of Richmond. This is the best oppor-tunity to see every type of new home imaginable, showcasing the latest in designs, construction techniques, and materials, at prices ranging from the $170’s to over $900,000. Plus, you can take advantage of touring the remodeled home to see how you can modernize your existing home. The Parade of Homes, sponsored by George Mason Mortgage, will be held October 5-6, 12-13, and 19-20, and the remodeled home by Leo Lantz Construction in Henrico County will be opened October 19 & 20. Hours are from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. and ad-mission is free. In addition to the scattered sites, the Parade of Homes will feature a local new home community each weekend with special events or incentives as well as new homes for your viewing:

October 5 & 6: Main Street Homes, Family Fun Day at Westerleigh Park in Chesterfield County

October 12 & 13: Gumenick Properties, Maintenance-Free Luxury at Grayson Hill and Monument Square in Henrico County

October 19 & 20: Viniterra, Special Incentives at Sales Center in New Kent County

The Parade of Homes® Plan Book and the website, RichmondParadeofHomes.com, will include detailed in-formation about the event and the individual homes on the tour, including home designs, floor plans and de-scriptions, detailed directions to each home, and a map. The magazine is free and will be available beginning Saturday, September 21 at area Martin’s and Kroger supermarkets, as well as at HBAR headquarters, 400 N. Ridge Road, in western Henrico County. RichmondParadeofHomes.com will also feature a linked map show-casing entries in a specific area and a special search by criteria section to make it even easier to find your new dream home. “The Parade of Homes is the perfect time to visit the best new homes in the Richmond region,” said Craig Toalson, HBAR CEO. “Mark your calendar now to tour the 62nd annual Home Building Association of Rich-mond’s Parade of Homes to see how your dream can become a reality.”

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Recruiting new members to HBAR, HBAV, and NAHB is an activity recognized and rewarded through the Spike Club. Those who participate are called Spikes, and they are among the most valued members of the association. Member-to-member recruit-ment and retention efforts are the largest source of growth for the association and the NAHB federation. Spikes bring grassroots growth and stability. These efforts lend to the development of the general membership and our leadership pipeline, keeping the face of the federation true to that of our industry and the scope of interests we represent. Spikes are the membership leaders of

HBAR, building the voice, power and influence on every level.


Spike Club

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Name Points Name Points Name Points Name Points

SUPER SPIKE John Farrell 93.75 Bobbie Voltz 48 BLUE SPIKE

Mike Dumont 405 Tom Cauble 93.5 Tim Parent 47 Kim Conner 25.5

Ralph Costen 313 Russ Parker 86 Melanie Salken-Lapkin

47 Fred Myer 24.5

Rich Napier 213 John Montague 84 Randy Capel 45 Vernon McClure 23.5

ROYAL SPIKE Chris Trimmer 82 Gray Stettinius 43.5 Rob Carter 21.5

Jeanie Bode 182.5 Glenn Reynolds 80.75 Jim Crowder 42.5 Kevin McNulty 20.5

Lloyd Poe 158.5 Willie Goode 77 Tom Schaeffer 42 Donald Allen 13

Eddie Goode 153 Cindy Jez 76.5 Rick Bulifant 41.5 Cary Ayers 11

RED SPIKE Danny Baker 68 Deborah Tomlin 38.5 Frank Southall 10.5

Bill Garrett 129 Margaret Sutherland

67 David Owen 36.5 Mark Waring 8

Stephen Thomas 113 Lee Conner 66 Nick Rasnick 33.5 Hal McArthur 7.5

Robin Newhouse 111 Randy Inge 64.5 Richard Kuhn 33.5 Leo Lantz 6

John Nolde 110.5 Ray Williams 62.5 Clem Carlisle 32

Skip Eastman 110 Jim Ingle 61 Gay Irby 32

George Moore 107 Vicki Stitzer 60.5 Todd Rogers 31

Clement Tingley 106.5 Rip Burroughts 56.5 Chuck Hazelett 27.5

Becky Accashian 104 Roger Langford 53.5 Sandy Ridout 27.5

GREEN SPIKE Ron Stitzer 50 Bonnie Agee 26.5

Barry Bishop 95 LIFE SPIKE David Fahy 25

Bob Leipertz 95 Denise Pocock 49.5 Joe Pushak 25


HBAR Upcoming Events




SEPTEMBER

Sept. 5 Membership Committee 9:00am HBAR Office

Sept. 10 Multifamily Council 11:30am HBAR Office

Sept. 11 Associates Council 9:00am HBAR Office

Sept. 12 High Performance Homes Council 8:30am HBAR Office

Sept. 12 Fall Golf Outing 12:00pm Hunting Hawk Golf Club

Sept. 18 Remodelers Council 11:30am HBAR Office

Sept. 19 SMC Executive Committee 9:30am HBAR Office

Sept. 26 SMC New Home Social 5:30pm Monument Square

OCTOBER

Oct. 3 Parade of Homes Award Breakfast 8:00am Holiday Inn Select

Oct. 3 Membership Committee 9:00am HBAR Office

Oct. 8 Multifamily Council 11:30am HBAR Office

Oct. 9 Associates Council 9:00am HBAR Office

Oct. 10 High Performance Homes Council 8:30am HBAR Office

Oct. 16 Remodelers Council 11:30am HBAR Office

Oct. 17 SMC Executive Committee 9:30am HBAR Office

Oct. 17 HBAV PAC Golf Tournament 11:00am Massanutten Resort

Oct. 29 Reverse Trade Show 5:30pm Reico Kitchen and Bath

More information about all HBAR events is available online at www.hbar.org/events.

Kirk Aikey Aikey's Home Improvements, LLC

Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist (CAPS) , Certified Graduate Remodeler (CGR) , Certi-fied Green Professional (CGP)

Tiffany Person Better Housing Coalition Housing Credit Certified Professional (HCCP)

Robert Wright Cabinetry & Construction, Inc. Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist (CAPS)

Wm. Edward Goode Colonial Homecrafters Ltd. Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist (CAPS) , Certified Green Professional (CGP)

Suzan Morris Colony Management Corporation Housing Credit Certified Professional (HCCP)

Shane Leipertz Construction 2000 Inc. Certified Graduate Builder (CGB)

Wayne Booze Designline Remodelers Inc Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist (CAPS) , Certified Green Professional (CGP)

Jon Anderson Evergreen Homecrafters LLC Certified Green Professional (CGP)

G. Edmond Massie Grant Massie Land Company, Inc Certified Green Professional (CGP)

Horace Gray IV Gray Homes, Inc. Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist (CAPS)

Brent Conyers Heartwood Rebuilding Services Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist (CAPS)

Susan Fleming Kitchen Crafters & Bath Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist (CAPS)

Thomas Lancaster Lancaster Corp Certified Green Professional (CGP)

Leo Lantz Leo Lantz Construction, Inc. Certified Graduate Remodeler (CGR)

Martin Schwind Martin P. Schwind-Construction Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist (CAPS) , Certified Green Professional (CGP)

Michael Audet MDA Homes, LLC Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist (CAPS) , Certified Green Professional (CGP)

Michael Konvicka Mikkon Construction Certified Green Professional (CGP)

Robin Miller Housing Credit Certified Professional (HCCP)

C. Richard Napier Napier Signature Homes, Inc.

Certified Graduate Builder (CGB) , Certified Green Professional (CGP) , Graduate Master Builder (GMB)

M. Jeff Parker PRO-BUILD Certified Green Professional (CGP)

C. Richard Bogese , Jr. Richard Bogese Builder, Inc. Certified Graduate Builder (CGB)

Miles Whitten Ridgeline Const. Certified Graduate Remodeler (CGR)

Stephen Thomas Stephen Thomas Corp Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist (CAPS) , Certified Green Professional (CGP)

John Nolde The Nolde Company

Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist (CAPS) , Certified Green Professional (CGP) , Master Certified Green Professional (Master CGP)

Susan Hadder The Nolde Company, Inc. Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist (CAPS) , Certified Green Professional (CGP)

W. Gray Stettinius Tuckahoe Creek Construction Inc.

Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist (CAPS) , Certified Graduate Builder (CGB) , Certified Green Professional (CGP) , Graduate Master Builder (GMB)

Jacqueline Carter Virginia Supportive Housing Housing Credit Certified Professional (HCCP)

Name Company Professional Designation

Professional Designations







Homearama Marketing Opportunities

Company Name Member Type

Benchmark Homes of Virginia

Builder

California Closets of Virginia

Associate

Charter One Mortgage Associate

Dominion Auto Group

Associate

Gateway Bank Associate

JS Schiess Electrical Associate

NEW MEMBERS

Lanco Homes Builder

Oakland Masonry & Stonework

Associate

Perkinson Homes Builder

R&N Construction Builder

Richmond Decorating Center

Associate

River City Custom Homes

Builder

Shade & Wise Associate

TimberCreek Building and Design

Builder

Thank You! Please join me in thanking our new and renewing members. Our Association depends on your membership and we look forward to doing business with our members.




Company Name Member Type

Angler Environmental Associate

Arboleda Cabinet, Inc. Associate

Armstrong Cabinets Associate

Bel Arbor Builders, Inc. Builder

B-MAT Homes, Inc. Builder

Bonded Builders Warranty

Associate

Bunkie Trinite Trophies Associate

Cabinetry & Construction

Builder

Coldwell Bander Dew Realty, Inc.

Associate

Collier Companies, Inc Associate

Commonwealth Planning

Associate

Fahrenheit Finance Associate

Fulton Bank Associate

Gobble and Jarrelle Custom Homes

Builder

Greater Richmond New Home Directory

Associate

Harris Electric Co. of VA Associate

JES Associate

Motley's Auction & Realty Group

Associate

Project Homes Associate

Quarles Energy Services Associate

Residential Warranty Company

Associate

Rocketts Landing Developer

Terre Design Studio Associate

Thos. Somerville Co. Associate

RENEWING MEMBERS




Member Announcements

Tom Winfree Retiring

Congratulations to Tom Winfree on the recent announcement of his retirement. Tom will step down as CEO of Village Bank in early 2014. Tom has been the CEO of Village Bank since 2001. Con-grats Tom!



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Andrew Ryan Gets Married

HBAR member Andrew Ryan and his new wife, Jessica Thies Ryan, were married in Richmond on July 20, 2013. Andrew, a partner with Common-wealth Partnerships, and Jessica, a nurse, spent their honeymoon in the Dominican Republic. Congrats!


NAHB Member Benefits




New Home Market Analysis




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