SAVE THE DATE!
2015 Legislative Rally Day at the Capitol
Atlanta, GA
February 3, 2015
HBAG Spring Board
Callaway Gardens
April 28 & 29, 2015
NAHB State Representatives Report
NAHB Report on the critical issues discussed at the recent Fall Board Meeting in Phoenix, AZ.
Click here to read the State Representatives Report from the NAHB Fall Board of Directors Meeting that took place in Phoenix in early September. This report discusses the critical issues emerging from Congress and regulatory agencies that could dramatically affect the cost of home building. Also discussed are the NAHB budget, board meetings, the new NAHB website, and the International Builders' Show.
Click here to read a condensed version of the same report.
2015 Lewis Cenker Scholarship Applications
The Applications for the 2015/2016 Lewis Cenker Scholarships are now being accepted! Deadline for applications is March 2, 2015. Click here or call the HBAG office at 404-763-2453 for more information regarding the scholarship and for copies of the contribution forms and scholarship application form.
NAHB Communication Initiative Program
The NAHB Envoy program is a communication initiative that enlists members like you - NAHB leaders - to help educate all federation members about key issues and the value of NAHB membership. This will help educate all federation members about the wide range of benefits you have as a part of your three-level NAHB membership (local, state, and national) and about the value that NAHB membership brings to your day-to-day business operations.
NAHB will provide Envoys with news and information they can use to communicate with fellow members. We want to make sure members know how to take advantage of the benefits of membership and all the resources available to them.
Learn more or register at www.nahb.org/envoys.
Be sure to check out the latest edition of the Georgia Builder on the Georgia Builder website here
HBAG's magazine has added a digital component. Hard copies will still be distributed.
The 2014 Resource Guide is online!
The HBAG membership directory is now available on the HBAG website. Click here to view the 2014 Resource Guide.
2014-2015
HBAG Leadership
Vice President
Neal Davis
Lamar Smith
Vice President/Secretary
Bobby Cleveland
Immediate Past President
Rob DeRieux
Associate Vice President
Amanda Roland
GEOC President
Mary Mardis
Area Associate Directors
Area I (Greater Atlanta)-
Heather Bounds
Area II (Bartow, Dalton, Fannin, Gilmer, Gordon, Paulding, Rome, Westside)-
Corey Minshew
Area III (Barrow, North GA, Jackson County, Northeast, Georgia Mountain)-
Carol Stone
Area IV (Columbus, Midwest, West)-
Lonnie Williams
Area V (Athens, Augusta, Lake Oconee, Newton County)-
Judy Malcom
Area VI (Middle Georgia)-
Amanda Roland
Area VII (Albany, South GA)-
Vicky Biles
Area VIII (Golden Isles, Savannah, Statesboro)-
Tara Mincey
HBAG Member Rebate Program
No one likes to leave money on the table. So, what would you think if you could get a rebate for your loyalty to many of the nation's leading product suppliers? Well, now you can! HBAG's Member Rebate Program increases your bottom line. For the minimal effort of informing us about the home construction products you use and when you close on a home or project, you'll be putting money back in your pocket. Both Builder and Remodeler companies, no matter how large or small, qualify for the program, and you are not required to use products from every manufacturer. For more information and to register click here.
Existing Member Rebate Program Customers: Q2'14 rebate claims have been processed and you should receive your Q2'14 rebate check within the next 60-90 days. In the meantime, Q3'14 claims are being accepted! The program has recently added a customized excel sheet to help make your claiming process a bit easier! Be sure to check it out! The claim form can be found here.
Quick Links
Online Advertising
Read NAHB's Eye on Housing
Read NAHB's Eye on the Economy
Become a Sponsor of HBAG
Home Builders Association of Georgia
3015 Camp Creek Parkway Atlanta, Georgia 30344 Phone: (404) 763-2453 Fax: (404) 559-1531
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2014 Fall Board Meeting
Thank you to all who attended the 2014 Fall Board Meeting in Savannah
Congratulations to the 2014/2015 Senior Officers who were installed at the meeting!
Pictured (L-R): Bobby Cleveland, Ted Noe, Rob DeRieux, Lamar Smith, Neal Davis
2014 HBAG Award Winners
Congratulations to all of the 2014 HBAG Award Recipients
Associate Member of the Year
Tony Donald, Georgia Power
Tony Donald was presented with an award for his involvement and support for numerous years with HBAG.
Builder Member of the Year
Neal Davis, HBAG Vice President
2014/2014 HBAG Vice President Neal Davis was presented with this award for his dedication to HBAG and involvement on multiple task forces.
Executive Officer of the Year
Bunnie Coker, HBA of Middle Georgia
Bunnie Coker, Executive Officer of the HBA of Middle Georgia, was recognized for her leadership serving as an Executive Officer for over 10 years. Bunnie is also active in the Georgia Executive Officers Council (GEOC) and is an excellent resource for other local executive officers throughout the state.
BEAM Award - Builders Engaging Associate Members
Wilson Design and Construction (Todd Wilson, Alex Sharpe, and Joe Herndon)
Wilson Design and Construction of the HBA of South Georgia was given the 2014 HBAG BEAM Award this year for best exemplifying the motto, "it is good business to do business with a member."
Presidential Award
Jerry Konter, Konter Quality Homes
Jerry Konter of the HBA of Greater Savannah was given a Presidential Award for his gregarious nature and enthusiastic loyalty to the Home Builders Association of Georgia.
Georgia Outstanding Association Leadership (GOAL) Awards
These awards are presented to recognize outstanding achievement by local associations in Georgia. Awards are based on the size of the association for each classification.
Classification "A"
(300 and above members)
HBA of Greater Atlanta
2014 Best Non-Dues Revenue: "The OBIE Awards"
2014 Best Communication to Members: "Atlantahomebuilders.com Website"
2014 Best GAC/Political Program: "City of Atlanta Permitting Reform"
HBA of Greater Savannah
2014 Best New Project: "Sam Tram Event"
2014 Best Educational Program: "HBA Education Program"
Classification "C"
(less than 199 members)
HBA of South Georgia
2014 Best Education Program (tie with HBA of Middle Georgia): "Building Better Builders One Course at a Time"
2014 Best Communication to Members: "Creating Close Circuit Community With Our Members"
HBA of Middle Georgia
2014 Best Education Program (tie with HBA of South Georgia): "First Annual Georgia Careers in Construction Day"
2014 Best New Project: "2014 Home Expo"
2014 Best Non-Dues Revenue: "Macon Dreams, a Showcase Home"
HBA of Northeast Georgia
2014 Best Membership/Retention Program: "Builder Appreciation BBQ"
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Fall Membership Contest 
The Home Builders Association of Georgia is joining in the fun with NAHB on the Fall Membership Contest. Below are some of the details.
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Membership contest Kick-Off was September 10th at the HBAG Fall Board Meeting. The state has been divided into 2 teams. Click here for a list of the teams.
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Contest will run September and October - there will be winners for September and winners for October
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Contest will be based on base numbers on the NAHB report as of July 31, 2014
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The association with the Highest Percentage Increase will win $500.00 for September and October
(Clarification - we will tally number at the end of September for the September winners)
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The association with the Highest Numerical Increase will win $500.00 for September and October
(Clarification - we will tally number at the end of October for the October winners)
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The member who recruits the most new members will win a three night hotel stay at the International Builders Show in Las Vegas!
You have the opportunity to win on two levels - NAHB and HBAG! You must register here with NAHB if you plan to participate.
To enter the HBAG contest you must email klass@hbag.org and indicate that you want to join the Fall Membership Challenge. In addition, if you set a goal on a number you wish to recruit and you meet or exceed that number you will have the opportunity to win more prizes. Goal must be a legitimate number.
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Wounded Warrior Presented Mortgage-free Home
Fairway Mortgage presented a mortgage-free home to wounded veteran Tony Garrett
On Tuesday, October 7, Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation (Greater Atlanta HBA member) in cooperation with Military Warrior Support Foundation and the Boot Campaign presented a mortgage-free home to wounded veteran Tony Garrett. This was Fairway's 26th home presentation to date. Louise Thaxton, Director of Fairway's Military Mortgage Specialist (MMS) Program, and Sean Parnell, NY Times best-selling author of Outlaw Platoon, presented several baby gifts and a check to Mr. Garrett and his expectant wife prior to presenting him with the mortgage-free home.
You can watch the home giveaway at www.homegiveaway.org. This was a part of a 3 hour CE Credit Realtor Certification event at the Cobb Galleria Center. This certification event is part of a Realtors boot camp to train real estate agents in accessing housing opportunities for military veterans.
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Louise Thaxton (L), Director of Fairway's Military Mortgage Specialist Program, and Sean Parnell (R), NY Time's best-selling author of "Outlaw Platoon", presenting the mortgage-free home to wounded veteran, Tony Garrett, and his wife, Crystal (Center)
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Did you know?
- Active duty military personnel move every 2-3 years and typically have 10+ moves over a 20-year career.
-Currently, the United States has 1.4 million active duty military personnel and 23.5 million veterans.
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ALL Presentation at the HBAG Fall Board Meeting
Lt. Governor Casey Cagle Commends the ALL Program
HBAG was pleased to have Lt. Governor Casey Cagle attend the Regulatory Affairs Committee meeting to hear a presentation on the ALL - A Liveable Lifestyle Home Program by the Chairman, Jim Chapman. 
The Lt. Governor said, "I applaud HBAG for developing the ALL - A Liveable Lifestyle Home Program. It is an innovative market-based way to address the needs for our returning veterans, seniors, and so many Georgians for a more accessible home ."
Jim Chapman is available to speak to your local HBA's or other organizations about the ALL program. Call Kailey Murphy to set up a time.
The new ALL - A Liveable Lifestyle Home website is now up and running!
ALL is a voluntary certification program presenting design features built into a new home or within a remodeled home that promote a liveable and accessible lifestyle. It is a home for ALL people - young or old, and of all abilities. ALL is a State-wide program. It works for builders and consumers in all price points and home types.
Watch the video below to learn more about the details of the ALL Home Program!
For more information regarding the ALL H ome Program, please contact Bettie Sleeth at bsleeth@hbag.org or Kailey Murphy at kmurphy@hbag.org. Be sure to like the ALL - A Liveable Lifestyle Home Program Facebook page by clicking here!
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NAHB International Builders' Show in Las Vegas, NV
104 Days Until 2015 IBS!
HBAG members are now able to register for the 2015 IBS (January 20-22) and reserve a hotel room in the selected HBAG hotel block. Visit www.buildershow.com for more information regarding the show and to register. Georgia delegation will be staying at Caesars Palace with a rate of $190 per night*. The deadline to reserve rooms is Monday, November 19.
*Note this change in price. Caesars previously provided inaccurate pricing information. The rate will be $190 Sunday through Saturday.
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