Posted by karyl@hbaofic.org on Apr 11, 2022 in News
Congratulations, you’ve decided to buy a home this year. Homeownership has many rewards including building up equity and having a place to call your own. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a trade-up buyer, the sooner you start preparing, the better. By following these simple tips, you’ll feel confident and ready to get out there and find the perfect home for you this year. Determine Your Home Search Criteria In a hot housing market, you may not get all the home features...
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Posted by karyl@hbaofic.org on Mar 28, 2022 in News
One of the busiest years for remodelers was 2021, in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and during a highly competitive home buying market. Home owners increasingly sought the expertise of professional remodelers to help modernize their existing homes. Remodelers surveyed by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) at the end of 2021 said demand for projects of all sizes remained even stronger than it was at its peak in 2020. A big reason why stems from the record...
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Posted by karyl@hbaofic.org on Mar 18, 2022 in News
Retired life often conjures up the idea of living in a new place near the beach or mountains. While some people may choose that route, more home owners are choosing to live out their golden years in their existing homes. The “age in place” approach affords home owners the ability to live comfortably and independently in the safety of their own home regardless of their age or ability. Many existing or older homes are simply not equipped to meet the needs of the Baby Boomer...
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Posted by karyl@hbaofic.org on Feb 21, 2022 in News
The Greater Iowa City Area HBA’s Women’s Council is now accepting applications for its 2022 scholarships, to be awarded in May. Money typically goes to a student entering a skilled-trades, Architecture-Construction-Engineering career. Application link is below. Submission deadline is April 15. Questions? Contact Karyl Bohnsack at (319) 351-5333. 2022 Scholarship Application
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Posted by karyl@hbaofic.org on Feb 17, 2022 in News
If you were unable to attend IBS 2022 in Orlando — or attended the show but could not see everything they wanted to — you can catch the highlights and trends of the show with IBS Express. This virtual broadcast will feature exclusive IBS 2022 content, product demos and interviews with industry, business, construction, design and sales experts. It’s a must-see for residential construction pros that will broadcast live on Feb. 24 from 1-4 p.m. ET on...
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Posted by karyl@hbaofic.org on Feb 14, 2022 in News
With prices going up on goods and services across the board, you might be looking for ways to lower your household expenses. Now is a great time to think about making some home improvements so you can save money on your utility bills throughout the year. With approximately 13% of greenhouse gas emissions coming directly from buildings due to heating, cooling, and cooking needs, here are a few ways to both save money on energy and reduce your carbon footprint this year. Get...
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