HBA of St Louis & Eastern Missouri

Outdoor Cooking & Entertaining at C. Bennett

hoganj — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 18:12:10 +0000

This fun event combines useful information with great networking opportunities. Perfect for remodelers, custom builders, architects and designers. Hosted by C. Bennett Building Supply at their O’Fallon showroom. Arrive at 4 p.m. for beverages and snacks. Program begins at 5 p.m. and attendance prizes will be drawn at the end of the program. Only $10 for REM and CHBC members and $13 for HBA members/guests. RSVP by September 17 – www.stlhba.com/events. HBA staff contact: Steve Loos, LoosS@hbastl.com

Fire Sprinkler Option Forms

hoganj — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:48:56 +0000

Thank you for taking the extra step to send in copies of completed fire sprinkler option forms. As a friendly reminder, please submit forms as soon as possible once they are completed. It is important that HBA present current and accurate information in meetings with fire officials. HBA staff contact: Stephanie Sikes, SikesS@hbastl.com

Next EPA Lead Paint Training Course for RRP Compliance is Wednesday, September 29 at HBA

hoganj — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 21:33:46 +0000

This all-day course will comply with the EPA’s new Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Rule. Only 25 students can participate. Additional dates will not be added/announced until this course sells out. Register and pay ASAP to reserve your seat. At least one person from each company on a pre-1978 job site should be trained. Fines for non-compliance are very steep. HBA staff contact: Steve Loos, LoosS@hbastl.com

Mechanic’s Liens

hoganj — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 21:33:14 +0000

New requirements for exercising mechanic’s lien rights in recently signed legislation affect any real estate property conveyance on or after November 1, 2010. If owner intends to close on property on November 1, “Notice of Intended Sale” must be recorded not less than 45 calendar days prior to November 1 (i.e., no later than September 17). Contractors who wish to exercise their mechanic’s lien rights must record “Notice of Rights” not less than five calendar days prior to intended date of closing stated in owner’s notice. HBA staff contact: Lyzel Krebs, KrebsL@hbastl.com

Social Media for Home Builders

hoganj — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 21:37:01 +0000

Visit the HBA Web site at www.stlhba.com and click on the “BuilderBooks” link at the bottom of the home page to buy Social Media for Home Builders: It’s Easier Than You Think by Carol Flammer for $13.95. The book has tips to effectively use social media to reach existing customers; build relationships with a target audience; and enhance professional reputation.

Employer Mandates and New Penalties Under PPACA – U.S. Chamber of Commerce White Paper

hoganj — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 21:35:56 +0000

http://www.uschamber.com/sites/default/files/100426_critical_employer_issues_ppaca.pdf

St. Louis has nation’s cheapest gas prices

hoganj — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 21:34:54 +0000

http://www.bizjournals.com/stlouis/morning_call/2010/08/st_louis_has_nations_cheapest_gas.html?ana=e_stl_rdup

HBA Fall Clay Shoot October 7 – Sponsorships available now!

hoganj — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 16:30:33 +0000

Don’t miss the fun with a diverse group of HBA members and guests at St. Louis Skeet & Trap Club (18554 Franklin Rd., 63069). Only $120 for clay shooters and $35 for spectators. All prices include lunch and happy hour. Sponsorships available now. All sponsorships are on a first-paid basis. HBA staff contact: Jaime Weyrauch, WeyrauchJ@hbastl.com.

As of August 19, 2010, there are several counties accepting e-recordings

hoganj — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 14:55:37 +0000

Please be advised that many counties do not have e-recording accessible from their own website, but require that you go through a third party company in order to record your document. Please visit the HBA website, www.stlhba.com, and click on “click here for a list of counties accepting e-recordings” to view the list as well as phone numbers for their recorder of deeds office. For your convenience, also listed at this link are names and phone numbers of several third party companies that offer an e-recording service.

The 10th Annual Super Sales Rally with Homer, Professional’s Choice and Sales & Marketing Awards

hoganj — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 14:54:51 +0000

Wednesday, September 22 at the Doubletree Hotel in Westport (1973 Craigshire, 63146). 8 a.m. registration, breakfast and networking, 8:35 a.m. awards presentation, 9-11:30 a.m. nationally known Super Sales Rally speaker Kim Daugherty will provide you with tools, ideas and systems to improve your bottom line during this attitude changing seminar. Only $61 for SMC members, $71 for HBA members and $81 for non-members. Award recipients may attend the awards presentation only for $25. Reservations requested by September 10. HBA staff contact: Jaime Weyrauch, WeyrauchJ@hbastl.com.