Posted by Michelle on Apr 17, 2019 in News
Today’s savvy home buyers are paying more attention to kitchen and bathroom features, and new homes are reflecting their preferences. A kitchen is not only a cooking area – it is a space where people gather to create and share meals. Similarly, function and design are characteristics home buyers are looking for in bathrooms. With a variety of finishes and amenities in kitchens and bathrooms available, which features stand out for home buyers? A recent study conducted by the...
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Posted by Michelle on Apr 12, 2019 in News
April is new homes month! The home buying process is both exciting and overwhelming at the same time. Even with the help of professionals, your checklist is likely long. And one of the most important items that should be at the top of your list is scheduling a home inspection. Although not required by law, many lenders do require a home inspection, which helps protect the large investment you are about to make. It’s important to learn as much as you can about the physical...
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Posted by Michelle on Apr 10, 2019 in News
Spring is the best time to revitalize the exterior of your home so set aside a little time now to give your home some extra attention. Updating the appearance of your home is a common home improvement project that adds value to your property by generating a strong return on investment. There are many low-cost updates you can tackle yourself. In fact, home exterior projects can be relatively affordable and simple to complete. Before you dive into your first project,...
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Posted by Michelle on Apr 9, 2019 in News
Steps were taken April 2 to shrink the home-building industry’s skilled workforce gap thanks to the inaugural Build My Future-ACE Career Day & Industry Showcase. The event, hosted by the ACE Sector Board, was held at Jones Hall on the Cedar Rapids Kirkwood Community College campus. Sponsors were Hills Bank and Trust Company, The Greater Iowa City Area Home Builders Association’s (HBA) Vocational Training Council, The Cedar Rapids HBA and Kirkwood Community College. A...
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Posted by karyl@hbaofic.org on Mar 29, 2019 in News
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Posted by Michelle on Mar 27, 2019 in News
A total of 159 students from 10 different junior highs or middle schools in three Eastern Iowa counties are signed up to attend the first annual Build My Future-ACE Career Day & Industry Showcase. The April 2 event is being held at Jones Hall on the Cedar Rapids Kirkwood Community College campus. Hosted by the ACE Sector Board, the event gives 7th- and 8th-grade students an opportunity to spend a day in the construction industry through an interactive showcase....
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