Builder Jeff Fahrlander Will Break Ground Nov. 5 in Kelby Creek on Dream Home

Builder Jeff Fahrlander and the Kelby Creek Development Team will break ground on the St. Jude Dream Home Thursday, November 5, 2009 at 10 a.m. After much preparation, the team will begin construction on a 3,725-square-foot, Country French-style home with four bedrooms and three baths.

Now in its 17th year, the St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway is a unique partnership where selected builders and communities leverage their skills and contacts to construct a Dream Home largely utilizing donated land, materials and labor. A total of 500 tickets are sold at the price of $100 per ticket, offering ticket holders a 1 in 500 chance of winning the Dream Home.

Beginning March 8, 2010, individuals interested in purchasing one or more of the 500 tickets may do so online at www.stjude.org or through approved ticket sales outlets, which are yet to be disclosed. Individuals may begin touring the Dream Home beginning May 2010.

Kelby Creek went head to head with several well-known and established communities in the area who were also being considered for the honor. “The Dream Home winner will be nothing short of thrilled with the beauty and amenities that will surround them at Kelby Creek,” said Marketing Director Shelley Forell. “Having the opportunity to support such a noble cause and at the same time, share our 700+ acre slice of heaven with the community; everybody wins in this scenario.”

Kelby Creek is a 735-acre master planned community located in Nixa, Missouri. Designed to offer a newer, more relevant master planned concept that fits the way residents now want to live, the Community incorporates abundant green space, hiking trails and water features, easy access to shopping and work, and a variety of unique common areas available for community and special events.

Residential home sites are now available for sale. Contact Shelley Forell at Kelby Creek for a personal tour (417) 724-2261.

Salute to Construction Continues

The Proclamation Ceremony kicked of the Salute to Construction festivities on Tuesday, October 27 at the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce. The Salute is 25 years old! The Banquet takes place on Thursday, November 5. Tickets are available from the HBA -- act now because today (Monday, Nov. 2) they are $25 but as of tomorrow (Tuesday, Nov. 3), they are $35. Call the HBA office at 881-3711 for additional information.

Salute to Construction Proclamation Ceremony Slide Show:

Housing Summit Draws More Than 200 - Information Critical to Industry Recovery

More than 200 people attended the October 20th Housing Summit & Residential Forecast with Joe Zanola of the Zanola Company. Zanola provided his third housing market research update for 2009 and, utilizing specialized MARKETGRAPHICS research tools, offered his forecast for 2010.

Highlights of the presentation included real estate sales updates from the Greater Springfield Board of Realtors and the Tri-Lakes Board of Realtors. In his presentation, Joe Zanola reviewed portions of the substantial market research he conducts in the five county area including permit data, developed lot supply over 12-month demand, historical new home supply vs. projected demand, and a forecast of total homes and lots needed by area by year through 2014. Zanola pointed out that the local market's net inventory trajectory is moving in a healthy direction.

Zanola highlighted the fact that the region's projected 7% population growth over the next five years, in combination with a continued relatively healthy employment picture, gives southwest Missouri's housing market a resilience that many others in the nation do not enjoy. Key in this observation, however, was examining the population ranges in which the area will grow the most. This information is critical to residential development and new home construction because while much of the industry has been building a home traditionally appealing to a young family (3-4 bedrooms, 3-car garage, basement, etc.,) Zanola noted that this is not the demographic projected to experience the largest growth here. For example, the age range with the largest increase in projected growth over the next five years was ages 60-64, which should grow by 23%; ages 65-74 was the next largest with nearly 20% growth.

The MARKETGRAPHICS "real time" data will be strategically important in helping our communities plan for the future, as well as helping builders/developers assess needs and gaps in the market. Zanola's information highlights the areas for opportunity in a complex housing market and demonstrates that this data is a critically important tool in demonstrating which residential projects will be wise investments. Understanding who to build for and the home/amenities that will accommodate those customers is critical to success.

Zanola announced near the end of his presentation that The HBA of Greater Springfield has agreed to terms that will make this essential complete MarketGraphics data available locally three times per year. HBA members, by virtue of their membership, will have access to limited data and analysis. Those who need the complete picture of the local housing/residential construction sector of the economy may subscribe to receive the full data set through the HBA of Greater Springfield. Inquiries should be directed to HBA of Greater Springfield CEO Matt Morrow.

HBA MEMBERS: To download selected excerpt slides from Zanola's MarketGraphics presentation, click here.

HBA Construction Members Can Save 22% on Verizon Bills

Did you know that as a member of the Home Builders Association of Greater Springfield, you could be entitled to substantial savings on your cellular telephone bills? If your business is primarily in the business of construction (generally builders, remodelors and subcontractors) and a current member of the HBA of Greater Springfield, you may be eligible for savings of 22% on your monthly Verizon wireless bill. With thousands of local former Alltel customers now under Verizon service, the timing couldn't be better. The Verizon savings program is one of several advantages of signing up for the FREE Home Builders Purchasing Program through the HBA of Greater Springfield. To learn more about the HBPP, contact Kay Wylie at the HBA.

Want to learn more about the Verizon program? Read on:

Verizon/HBPP

Frequently Asked Questions – FAQ’s

Who is eligible to access VZWireless discount?

The Verizon Wireless discount is for construction companies and construction trade companies (electrician, plumber, roofer, highway construction, etc...)

What is the discount?

The corporate discount is 22% off any monthly calling plan that bills $34.99/month or higher. Employee/family is 18% ($34.99 or higher plans).

What if I am all ready an existing VZWireless customer?

Existing and new Verizon Wireless customer are eligible for the program as long as they met the eligibility requirements.

How long will process take to show up on my bill?

The discounts will be recognized on your bill within 2 bill cycles.

How will discount look on my bill?

The discount will appear as a corporate discount on each line of service.

How do employees/family access discount?

Employees can purchase service from the company’s local account manager. They can also register an existing line for the discount by visiting www.verizonwireless.com/getdiscount. The employee/family discount is 18%.

Do I need to extend my agreement?

Your agreement is only extended if you purchase new equipment at a discounted rate.

For further questions and information, contact:

STEP ONE: Contact HBA to Register for Home Builders Purchasing Plan

STEP TWO: Contact local HBPP Verizon Business Account Representative

Delonte Colbert

O: 417-888-3120

M: 417-839-3305

delonte.colbert@verizonwireless.com

Membership News

HBA Member Springfield First Community Bank cut the ribbon on its new bank building on South Glenstone last week.

In other news, there is one new member application for consideration next month:

FARR BETTER PLUMBING
Plumbing Contractor
Tim Farr
PO Box 480, Brookline MO 65619
417.864.8703
SPONSOR: Lindell Campbell

There were also three new members approved in October:

Sustainable Housing Solutions
Affordable Housing Developer
Debra Shantz Hart
4880 S. FR 189, Rogersville MO 65742
417.882.4440 SPONSOR: Rusty Pedigo

Titan Propane
Propane Provider
Derek Poe
4983 E. US Hwy 60, Rogersville MO 65742
417.459.7805 SPONSOR: Robert Felton

Green Product Distribution
Distributor of ICF
Josh Woodman
PO Box 267, Billings MO 65610
417.521.4687 SPONSOR: Dolph Woodman

Renewals:
November Renewals
84 Lumber Company
Basement & Foundation Repair of the Ozarks
Carol Jones Realtors
CBIZ, Inc.
City Wide Construction Products
Classic Wood Floors
Coldwell Banker Vanguard Realtors
ECOWATER Systems
Edge Supply Company
Elite Roofing
Federal Protection, Inc.
Guaranty Bank
H & H Concrete Construction, Inc.
Harry Cooper Supply Company
Heartwood Lumber Sales
Hewitt-Messenger Well Drilling
James Décor
Harry H Johns, Inc.
Metropolitan National Bank
Modern Bath Solutions, Inc.
Ozarks Cultured Marble
Steward Construction, LLC

Affiliate Renewals
Meek's- Craig Stoelzel

Cancellations:
Country Flame Technologies
Stone World Outlet
Kwal Paint
Rich & Cartmill

Salute to Construction Proclamation Ceremony Set for Tuesday, October 27

The Salute to Construction is celebrating its 25th Anniversary this year! The Proclamation Ceremony will take place on Tuesday, October 27 at 5:15 p.m. at the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce. You are welcome to join us for this reception which also officially kicks-off the Salute festivities.

The Salute to Construction Banquet will be held on Thursday, November 5. For details and registration information, click here.

Housing Summit & Residential Construction Forecast October 20

The HBA's October 20th Housing Summit and Residential Construction Forescast features Joe Zanola, Zanola Company, presenting Marketgraphics research/permit & development data for Greene, Christian, Taney, Stone and Barry Counties. You'll also hear local real estate sales updates from the Greater Springfield Board of Realtors and the Tri-Lakes Board of Realtors. Also on the program - Springfield Mayor Jim O’Neal.

This research is essential to moving the housing market forward and improving our area economy. It provides exclusive local data for elected decision-makers, planners, lenders, developers, builders and realtors which identifies needs, gaps, risks and opportunities. It also gives insight into demographic changes affecting housing.

Tuesday, October 20
Doubletree Hotel, 2431 N. Glenstone
Luncheon & Program - 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
$15 per person
Space is limited -- RSVP required. Call 881.3711 or click here to register.

Connect with NAHB on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIN

There are lots of ways to stay connected with NAHB. Join NAHB on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn to keep up with the latest industry information. NAHB is actively posting tweets and information to these popular social networking sites and looking looking for our members to join connect with.

Not sure how to get started? Let NAHB show you how with an easy to understand overview of what social networks are, how they can benefit you, and how to sign up. Already an expert? Check out a list of options for staying in touch with new information added regularly. Need more insight? View NAHB's list of frequently asked questions to go in-depth.

Learn more about social networking, connect, and then tell a fellow member to sign up too!

Remodeling Expo Slideshow

If you missed the HBA of Greater Springfield's annual Home Remodeling Expo at the Ozarks Empire Fairgrounds E*Plex over the weekend of October 16-18, here is your chance to see what all the fuss was about. Browse some of the exhibits and displays at SpringfieldHBA.com by navigating through this photo slideshow from the event.

HBA Home Remodeling Expo Starts Friday, October 16

The HBA's Home Remodeling Expo begins this Friday, October 16 at 1 p.m. in the E*Plex at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds. Attendees will find all the products and professionals under one roof that they would need for any scope of home improvement project.

HBA Home Remodeling Expo Hours:
Friday, October 16 - 1 pm to 7 pm
Saturday, October 17 - 10 am to 7 pm
Sunday, October 18 - 11 am to 5 pm
Admission: $4

This year, show attendees will have an opportunity to enter a drawing to win a $250 gift certificate from American Glass. Expo attendees who opt to learn more at one of the Expo's educational seminars will have a special opportunity to win one of more than $3500 worth of prizes donated by exhibitors including one grand prize for which all seminar attendees will be eligible -- $1,000 toward a remodeling project performed by a participating HBA remodeler.

Seminars offered by the HBA Remodelers Council include:
Which Remodeler Is Right for Your Project?
Friday - 4pm Saturday - 1pm Sunday - 3pm
Tax Credits: Let’s Get Real - KPM, CPAs
Friday - 3pm Saturday - 3pm
Home Improvements for Value & Lifestyle
Saturday - 2pm Sunday - 1pm

"Remodeling activity is healthy," said Matt Morrow, Chief Executive Officer of the HBA of Greater Springfield. "Residential remodeling showed modest gains during the second quarter of 2009 with increases in all indicators, according to the latest National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Remodeling Market Index (RMI). And, there are tax incentives right now for those interested in upgrading certain energy efficient appliances and equipment."

In the Midwest, the remodeling index climbed from 36.1 to 38.3. All measures for future expectations in the remodeling market increased significantly nationwide. Remodelers reported growth in calls for bids at 38.8 (up from 34.2 in the first quarter).

Associate Council Reviews Applications

Associate Council met on October 6 to review three associate applications for membership. All three applications will be forwarded to the Board of Directors with the Associate Council’s recommendation to accept them as new members.

New Member Orientation Well Attended

Welcome to these new members who recently attended New Member Orientation:



In attendance:
All-Brite Solutions, LLC
Jocelyne John, Murney Associates
Joe's Carpet
John A. Barnett Enterprises, LLC
Missouri Valley Plaster, Inc.
Summit Roofing & Roll Forming
The Closet Company, LLC

Remodeling Expo Vendors - Promote the Show to Potential Customers

If you are an exhibitor in the HBA Remodeling Expo (October 16-18) and would like to customize a postcard and/or a flyer to promote the show to your potential customers, artwork for these items is now available from the HBA. You can add your company logo to the postcard/flyer and offer potential attendees $1 off admission by bringing the card or flyer with them to the show.

-Download printable postcard document by clicking here
(4.25" x 5.5" postcard, set 4-up on 8.5" x 11" paper - Adobe Acrobat PDF)
-Download printable flyer document by clicking here
(8.5" x 11" flyer - Adobe Acrobat PDF)
-Download Expo Ad for Web by clicking here

Need MS Word versions of these documents? Email your request to Jennifer by clicking here.

Nominees Announced for 2010 Board of Directors Service

On Tuesday, September 28, the HBA nominating committee met to make nominations for HBA members to serve on the HBA Board of Directors. The nominating committee is chaired by immediate past HBA President Kevin Clingan. Also serving on the nominating committee: Rusty MacLachlan, Matt Bailey, Sam Bradley, Galin Campbell and Steve Hamm.

The following nominees for board service will be presented at the October 20 general membership meeting of the HBA of Greater Springfield. Additional nominations, if any, may be made from the floor at that time. Then, board of directors elections will be held at the November general membership meeting of the HBA.

Nominees to serve a three-year term as a member of the board of directors (2010-2012):

Associate: Kevin Scheer, Taylor Marble

Builder: Sam Clifton, Millstone Homes

Builder: Shannon Lee, Rock Solid Construction

Builder: Ed Alden, Stenger Development

Nominees to serve a one-year term as an officer of the board of directors (2010):

Secretary: Sam Clifton, Millstone Homes

Treasurer: Galin Campbell, Galin Homes

President-Elect: Matt Bailey, The Bailey Company

President: Rusty MacLachlan, J. Russell MacLachlan Custom Homes

Your October Housing News is Available Online

Your October issue of the Housing News can be downloaded and viewed by clicking here. Inside you'll find details about the HOUSING SUMMIT AND RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION FORECAST the HBA is hosting in partnership with the Greater Springfield Board of Realtors and the Tri-Lakes Board of Realtors. This overview of Joe Zanola's latest research of new home construction and development in the five county area will be the focus of this event. Zanola will also make his forecast for 2010 based on his most recent data. That luncheon is sponsored by Arvest Bank and is scheduled for Tuesday, October 20 at the Doubletree Inn from 11 am to 1 pm. The cost is $15.

You'll also find photos from the September Awards Banquet and an open house at Pearson Park, Richland Homes' Energy Star subdivision in Greene County.

Associate Applications for Membership this month:
SUSTAINABLE HOUSING SOLUTIONS
Affordable Housing Developer
Debra Shantz Hart
4880 S. FR 189, Rogersville MO 65742
417.882.4440 SPONSOR: RUSTY PEDIGO

TITAN PROPANE
Propane Provider
Derek Poe
4983 E. US Hwy 60, Rogersville MO 65742
417.459.7805 SPONSOR: ROBERT FELTON

GREEN PRODUCT DISTRIBUTION
Distributor of ICF
Josh Woodman
PO Box 267, Billings MO 65610
417.521.4687 SPONSOR: DOLPH WOODMAN

Remember! This is your last edition of the monthly Housing News publication. We will launch the new electronic Housing News Weekly to the full membership later this month and a new quarterly printed publication in 2010.