January 2013 Newsletter by Home Builders Association of Winston-Salem

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HBAWS Member News January 2013

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Lien Law Changes Seminar Senate Bill 42 that will go into effect on April 1, 2013 include: • The creation of a third party Lien Agent • Any party providing labor , materials, or services for the improvement of real property will now need to serve “Notice to Lien Agent” in order to assure the preservation of lien rights against the real property. • The failure to serve the Notice to Lien Agent is that the party can lose lien rights if the property is sold or refinanced. Best Practices for Preserving Lein Rights, will be reviewed for the benefit of all our Associate and Builder members. Don’t miss this presentation by Andy Carmen, Bell, Davis & Pitt. The seminar will be held from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., prior to the January 29th, Membership meeting and dinner.

The Local Housing Market Dinner Program

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Looking back and looking up, will be presented by Dale Akins, The Market Edge. Facts, Figures and Trends will be the program topic at the January 29th, Membership meeting and dinner. One fee covers both the Lein Law CE Seminar and the Membership dinner and program. Don’t miss them!

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Ferguson Enterprises & McCullough Tile & Stone Tour of Fine Spaces

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Fall Parade Golden Home Awards & Celebration

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Fall Parade Golden Home Awards & Celebration

Platinum Event Sponsors Associate Members Committee Spring and Fall Parade Breakfast

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE Shane Wagoner – Wagoner Homes, Inc.

Working Together Rick Tozier, our 2009 HBAWS President, titled his January message with a quote from Winston Churchill that said, “If you are going to go through hell, keep going”. This was a month after the markets froze and our industry dove into the pits of hell. But it is comforting knowing that we have the blessings and support from fellow members of this association who we can lean on while we walk through it together. Fast forward to today, and we’re still walking through it in many ways. There are still many obstacles in our way. Obstacles such as not knowing what the future holds for our industry; artificial interest rates; impending inflation driven by regulatory and economic measures; distortion of housing prices; economic and social tumult; political equivocation from our leaders, and the list goes on. How much is bureaucracy to blame? I will let you answer that. The definition of a Bureaucrat is – “an official who works by fixed routine without exercising intelligent judgment”. As small business owners, every decision we make we have to exercise that intelligent judgment as business gets more difficult. I think we should expect the same from our political leaders. Although government regulation is important, I think the key questions are what is too much? What is not enough? Where do these boundaries lie? At the end of the day, we all want to see what is best for our industry, but we need to know what direction we are going and I am not sure we fully understand that at this time. We see progress, but I question whether it is here for the long-term. I think if we take Churchill’s advice, we will come out on top if we continue to work together.

This Association does that well and is what makes us special. I am proud to have the opportunity to serve as the 2013 HBAWS President. I am proud because of the wonderful people within this association. I have learned a great deal watching, talking, and collaborating with all of you. I’ve been inspired by watching how you have navigated, and survived, this unprecedented downturn and are again, starting to grow. It has expanded my views and opened my eyes in ways that would not have been if I hadn’t become more involved. It has given me a base of knowledge to continue forward during these tough times. Now that another election year is behind us, the dust should begin to settle and our path will become clearer. As this year moves forward, I’m hopeful it will continue on this positive course. However, I want to remind each of us that silence is consent. The HBA provides a loud voice for all of us. Becoming more involved makes that voice louder. I encourage you to get involved in some way with the HBA— join a committee that interests you, meet someone new at each HBA event you attend, offer your insights, invite someone to join the HBA. If you are a longtime member, take a new member under your wing and show them the ropes. Just do something! I look forward to working with all of you as together we continue to grow and strengthen our association. Let’s continue to strive for success and take advantage of opportunities that present themselves. Let’s continue to push forward together and I know 2013 will be a positive year for you!

REMODELERS UPDATE David Miller, President, NAHBR, HBAWS The Remodelers Council extends its thanks to Bob Vaughn for his leadership and service in 2012. Great job, Bob! At our January meeting Realtor Erin Hege will discuss what consumers are looking for in their home search, which will also give us insight on what those who are remodeling want. Some remodeling trends for 2013 listed by the online review site Angie’s List, include: 1) Creating more space and function by removing interior walls; 2) Customized remodeling such as built-ins, lighting, charging stations, and organization; 3) Walk-in showers and master baths; and 4) Remodeling for energy-efficiency such as new HVAC, smart thermostats, and windows.

During these continuing difficult economic times being part of an industry-specific organization like the Remodelers Council becomes even more valuable. Active participation in the Remodelers Council can help each of us as professional remodelers and associates learn how to deal with ever changing taxes, building codes, and regulations. It helps to know that you are not the only one facing these challenges. By sharing our challenges and our successes we can all improve our own businesses and our industry. It’s true that we are business competitors with each other, but we are also competitors with the not so professional remodelers, too, and that is really our biggest challenge. By helping each other, we help ourselves. So I encourage you to participate, share ideas, and let’s look forward to a 2013 of growing and improving our business and industry together!

REMODELER’S COUNCIL MEETINGS Second Tuesday of each month 6pm - WFU Deacon Tower

Melonie Plotkowski, Cell: 336.403.3765, Office: 336-379-1018 2010 N Church Street, Greensboro, NC 27405

With thousands of choices…the floorcovering industry has blossomed from the simple hardwoods, carpet & linoleum of the 1950’s…to an industry of more options than one could imagine. From bamboo…to cork… to glass…you can find almost anything on your floors today. Let’s take a look at a few products that you might find beneath your feet in 2013…

HARDWOOD REFINISHING – As older neighborhoods become revitalized…carpets are being removed to have those beautiful hardwood floors sanded and refinished. At Carpet One By Henry we proudly provide a dustless, low VOC hardwood refinishing system. You will be amazed at the quality of our 5 star hardwood refinishing team.

LAMINATE - If your Labrador retriever is skidding across the floor to greet you when you come home… laminate might be the best floor for you. The scratch resistant surface is one of the best features of laminate floors.

And these are just a few…everyday CARPET and VINYL are still very popular choices in today’s economy…

CORK & BAMBOO - For a softer, quieter floor… cork can be a beautiful option. For a strong floor... stranded bamboo is over 100x harder than Oak!! These are green options that have the beauty of hardwood floors…without the impact on our environment. WOOL - Wool is making a strong come-back. It’s green, fire resistance, hypo-allergenic, and absolutely beautiful! At Carpet One By Henry…we stock more wool carpet than anyone in the Carolinas…this gives your clients a wool carpet at a very affordable price. TILE, GLASS, & STONE - The most difficult part of designing tile is the visualization of the finished space. We offer 3-D hand drawings of your space…our designers on staff can help you customize a beautiful space for your clients. CUSTOM RUGS – With hard surfaces taking up the majority of the square footage in our homes today… area rugs are a becoming very important focal point. At Carpet One By Henry we customize each area rug with our in-house workroom and design team to make your client’s space truly their own.

With all these options…how do you decide which selection is right for your client? What will make your home sell? What will last the longest? What is the most cost effective practical choice? Or what will achieve the look and style you want? What you’re looking for is an expert…something the big box store cannot offer. At Carpet One By Henry, our staff has over 200 years of experience in the floorcovering industry. When Henry founded Carpets by Henry in 1976, he never dreamed his business would grow to where it is today. It’s the best of both worlds… a locally owned and operated store, offering the personal touch and customer service that you and your client deserves…with the buying power and selection that rivals any big box store.

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PROFESSIONAL WOMEN IN BUILDING

Tracy Moorehead, President

HAPPY NEW YEAR!! Hope everyone had a great holiday. I am looking forward to an exciting new year. To finish up a good 2012 we held our annual Christmas ornament exchange at June DeLugas’ house (Yes, her house is beautiful) This event is always full of laughter, well attended, great food and wine and lots of fun ornament swapping/stealing. While at the ornament exchange, I realized that even though the economy has been slower the past few years our council is still strong and we have a great group of women. The HBA is a great association and while each of us has a different reason for joining, I find that the education, the relationship building and the general philosophy of this organization is and can be an asset to each of us. For each of us, our ultimate goals is make money while helping others but meeting people that understand your profession,

someone that you can share ideas with and can learn from are benefits of not only the HBA, but also of the Professional Women in Building. This coming year our goal is to increase membership and to continue our support to our local charities. Our January’s meeting with be the second Tuesday – January 8th at Uncorked Masterpiece in Reynolda Village at 6:00pm. (Happy Early Birthday Debbie Fletcher) Our normal meeting time is the 1st Tuesday of each month at the HBA office. To join Professional Women In Building contact Gisela: Giselal@hbaws.org or Tracy at Tracy@ SolarRealty.Net

Professional Women in Building Meet

First Tuesday of each month, 5:30 p.m., HBAWS Conference Room 7

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RESERVE YOUR BOOTH TODAY! SHOW/EXHIBITOR INFORMATION: Booths: • 10’x10’ Regular Booth • 10’x10’ Corner Booth • Garden Area

HBAWS Member Price $795 $950 $450

Non-Member $1,100 $1,200 $450

Booth spaces include 8’ tall backdrop, 3’ or 8’ tall side rails. Electricity, and access to water can be purchased through HBAWS. Furniture and fixtures can be rented from the HOLLINS Exposition Services – rental forms will be provided upon registration. OTHER INFORMATION • $100 deposit per booth space is required at time of registration (cash, check, Visa or MasterCard). • All spaces will be assigned on a first come, first serve basis, depending on the time and date the completed application is received at the HBA office. However, please note that booth sales on the first day of registration will be handled in accordance with the guidelines set forth by the Triad Home & Garden Show Committee that are explained in item number one. • Show management reserves the right to review and approve all requests for booth space. And remember when designing your booth that no physical/visual barriers taller than 4ft. may be placed within 3ft. of the aisles to as not to intrude on neighboring booths’ visual space/design. • There are no restrictions on a company purchasing a booth next to or near a competitor in their industry. • Exhibitors from the 2012 Show will get the opportunity to register first ( August 31). If you have any questions, please call Megan Parks at the HBA office at 336.768.5942 or e-mail meganp@hbaws.org

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HBAWS QUICK REFERENCE Jerry Herman Executive Vice President jerryh@hbaws.org, 768-5818 Megan Parks Director of Operations/Member Services meganp@hbaws.org, 464-8000 efax: 336-550-4890 Beverly Hayes Communications Manager beverlyh@hbaws.org, 464-8001 Gisela Lopez Financial Manager giselal@hbaws.org, 464-8002

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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS! BUILDER

Rickard Construction & Design - Rodney Rickard 712 Woodview Ridge Trail, Lewisville, NC 27023 336.287.7042 Custom & Remodeler, In business for: 8 years Sponsor: Mike Auman, Auman-Elite of the Triad ASSOCIATES

McNeely Pest Control - Scott McNeely 3831 Reynolda Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27106 336.922.0606 Pest Control Services In business for: 13 years Sponsor: John McPherson, MKT Real Estate Group/ Coldwell Banker Triad, REALTORS All Time Wood Flooring - Richard Nance 5430 Foxdale Drive, Winston-Salem, NC 27103 336.816.1601 Installation, Refinish & Sand wood flooring In business for: 12 years Sponsor: Shane Wagoner, Wagoner Homes, Inc.

Pilot Air - Kevin Midkoff 292 W. Highway 52 ByPass, Pilot Mountain, NC 27041 336.368.4081 A/C Equipment, Heating & Cooling Installation In business for: 12 years Sponsor: Shane Wagoner, Wagoner Homes, Inc. Form & Supply, Inc. - Joe Beliveau 6410 Orr Road, Charlotte, NC 28213 800.559.2869 Office Product & Furniture Dealer In business for: 50 years Sponsor: Paul Williams, The Arden Group

Renewal of Lapsed Membership: Norandex Building Materials Distribution, Inc. Randy Griffin 200 Northstar Drive, Rural Hall, NC 27045 336.969.2201 Remodelers, Building Materials Sponsor: Stephen Frucht, Benchmark Custom Homes, Inc.

Dipak L. Soin Dipak Soin 4220 Willow Knoll Lane Winston-Salem, NC 27106 336.924.6674 Custom & Spec builder Sponsor: Crickett Choplin, BB&T

Change from Builder Member to Associate Member: Thomas Spaugh, Spaugh Construction & Remodeling

code updates

charitable giving HBA Charitable Contributions - Charitable Contribution Pledge Form - Donate via Winston-Salem Foundation - HBAWS Community Partnerships

NAHB Construction Safety

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2012 Residential Code- Books / PDF Downloads

rebate program

The Winston-Salem Foundation is a community foundation that partners charitable people with causes that matter. All the contributed funds from our HBAWS members go through the Winston Salem Foundation. All contributions will be made to, and awarded through: The WinstonSalem Foundation/HBAWS Charitable Fund (A0569) Learn More: www.wsfoundation.org W-S Foundation 860 West Fifth Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101 phone 336.725.2382 or 866.227.1209, fax (336)727-0581

Change of Primary Contact: Vulcan Materials New Primary Contact Name: Bryan Spach Carter Lumber Company New Primary Contact Name: Rick Easter Change of Company Name:

HAMMER & NAILS

Media Placement Services/Spider Digital Peggy Shufelt South-East Lumber Company/Brackett Brothers Corp. Thad Brackett

Thanks for Renewing (DEC) Company Name

Yrs of Membership

Company Name

Yrs of Membership

Grandview Construction Co, Inc.

Battle’s Custom Trim, LLC

Cabinet Studio

Water Purification Consultants Inc.

Adams Egloff Properties, LLC

Wayne G. Bailey Plumbing Co.

Keith Rogers Homes, Inc.

Sonoma Building Company

C.B. Development Co., Inc.

Primo Water

Doud Building Supply, Inc.

South-East Lumber Co./Brackett Brothers Corp.

Davis Insurance Service, Inc.

Hartgrove Lawn Care

Black Sand Co.

Webb Heating & Air Conditioning Co., Inc.

Seats Construction Company

Prudential Carolinas Realty

Berrier Construction Co., Inc.

Allen Tate Realtors

Bank of N.C.

Lake at Lissara/Westview Development Company 2

Piedmont Protective Services, LLC

Sheppards Run/RPP

Marvin’s Garage Doors

JALA Jeff Allen Landscape Architecture, LLC

SPIKE UPDATE A letter from your 2013 Spike Club Chair… My name is Jodi Tate and I will serve as the 2013 Spike committee chair. I wanted to introduce myself and give you some insight on what’s to come this year. I have been in the real estate industry since 1989 beginning my career with Lewis Hubbard. I had a very successful sales journey with Hubbard Realty before moving into management/training positions within the company. We became Coldwell Banker Triad in 1997 and I have served as Chief Operating Officer since 2009 under Beverly Hubbard Godfrey. By the way, I am an avid Wake Forest fan. My father was the head football coach back in the 60’s, so don’t be surprised to see some sports themes at upcoming events! Jerry, Megan, and I have discussed several new initiatives for 2013 that will build on the great accomplishments of our 2012 Chair, John McPherson and the Spike members. I will review all those with you at our January meeting. We will also launch a speaker series for our Spike members beginning in February. I very much want the networking and learning opportunities to be a benefit to you at our monthly meetings. Speakers will be featured quarterly. As I value your time and commitment to the cause, I will start meetings promptly at noon and a hearty lunch will be provided to all those that arrive by 11:45am. We have much to discuss at our first meeting on January 9, 2013. I look forward to working with each of you as we grow and retain membership and to share the benefits of HBAWS. Jodi Tate, Spike Committee Chairman

SPIKE CLUB MEETS MONTHLY 1st Wednesday, 11:30 am, HBA RSVP: Megan Parks 336-768-5942 16

TIME to RENEW -JANUARYLee Ross, Prudential Carolinas Realty All in One Service Plumbing All-Things-Wood Allegacy Federal Credit Union Amcase, Inc Archadeck of the Piedmont Triad BB&T Blue Ridge Burke Insurance Beau Dancy Construction Co. Belfor Property Restoration Bill Hege Carpets, Inc. Builders Art & Graphics, Inc. Built Rite, Inc. Busch Insurance Carolina Specialties, Inc. Carpet Designers, Inc. Castlelights, Inc. Classic Paint Company, Inc. Clemmons Hardwoods & Flooring Custom Landscape Lighting Decked Out of the Triad, Inc. Duran Framing, Inc. Facilities Maintenance Consultants, Inc. Gordon & Sons Fine Grading, Inc Greenwood Developers Inc. Hennings Construction Company, LLC Hodges Roofing & Construction Homes by Jeff West Imrie Design & Build LLC Interlandi & Assoc. Custom Home Designs Lane & Sons Landscaping Lawn Masters Lawncare Inc. Marsh Kitchens, Inc. McCullough Tile and Stone Motsinger Block Plant, Inc. Ned R. Eldridge, Inc. NetUnlimited Cabling Solutions, LLC Paint & Coatings, Ltd. Piedmont Disposal, Inc.

Potter Electric Preferred Concrete Polishing Primelending Stacy Hill, Prudential Carolinas Realty Ramey, Inc. Reece Builders & Aluminum Co., Inc. Resurfacing Specialists LLC Robert Nordlander, CPA, PA Salem Electric Company, Inc. Salem Paint & Wallcovering, Inc. Sias Construction, Inc. Signature Custom Woodworking, Inc. Smith Phillips Building Supply Southern Community Bank & Trust Steve E. Hurst Construction W.S. Craver Construction, LLC Wagoner Homes Inc Watson Wood Works

H B AW S B O A R D Officers PRESIDENT 1st V-PRES 2nd V-PRES SECRETARY TREASURER PAST PRESIDENT

NCHBA Directors

Shane Wagoner (B) Chris Thompson (B) Bob Vaughn (A) Angela Kalamaras (A) Mike Hayes (A) Steve McSwain (B)

Shane Wagoner Rick Tozier

Chris Thompson Kathy Craven-Snodgrass

ALTERNATES: Herschel Redding Dane Snodgrass

Ron Ricci

NAHB Directors Shane Wagoner Paul Mullican

Steve MCSwain

NAHB LIFE DIRECTOR Kathy Craven-Snodgrass Herschel Redding ALTERNATES: Richard Alexander Keith Rogers

Steve Mabe

DIRECTORS

2013 Directors (2 Year Term)

Stephen Mabe (B) Nathan Myers (A) Hershel Redding (A) Stan Senft (B)

Austin McGuire (B) Ron Ricci (B) Keith Rogers (B)

The following members will serve the 2nd year of a 2 year term on our Board of Directors in 2013: Rich Achor (B) Darren Binkley (B) Susan Maier-Colon (A) Sam Morgan (B) Zack Rothrock (B) Barry Wilson (A)

Richard Alexander (B) Gregg Blevins (A) John McPherson (A) Keely Richardson (A) Paul Williams (A)

2013 Council Presidents / Committee Chair David Miller (B), President, Remodelers Council Tracy Moorehead (A), President, Professional Women in Building Council Rick Busch (A), Chairperson, Associate Members Committee

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS JANUARY 1 New Year’s Holiday

FEBRUARY 5 Professional Women in Building 5:30 p.m., HBA Office

JANUARY 8 Professional Women in Building 5:30 p.m., HBA Office

FEBRUARY 6 Spike Committee 12:00 p.m., HBA Office

Remodelers Council Meeting 6:00 p.m., WFU Deacon Tower

FEBRUARY 10 AMC Monthly Meeting 12:00 a.m. - Location TBD

JANUARY 9 Spike Committee 12:00 p.m., HBA Office JANUARY 10 AMC Monthly Meeting 12:00 a.m., Carpet One by Henry (W-S) JANUARY 15 Board of Directors Meeting HBA Office JANUARY 21 Triad Green Builders Council 3:30 p.m., Magnolia Manor

JANUARY 29 January Membership Meeting 6:00 p.m., WFU Deacon Tower The Local Housing Market, Presenter: Dale Akins, Market’s Edge 4:00 p.m. CE - Lien Law Changes. Presenter Andy Carmen, Bell, Davis & Pitt

FEBRUARY 12 Remodelers Council Meeting 6:00 p.m., WFU Deacon Tower FEBRUARY 18 Triad Green Builders Council 3:30 p.m., Magnolia Manor FEBRUARY 19 Board of Directors Meeting HBA Office FEBRUARY 22, 23, 24 Triad Home and Garden Show LJVM Coliseum Complex - Education Bldg.

SAVE THE DATE JANUARY 29 January Membership Meeting 6:00 p.m., WFU Deacon Tower

CO N TI NUING E DUC ATION Codes & Inspections - Thursday, January 24, 1 - 3pm Presenter: Dan Dockery Location: Home Builders Association of W-S, Conference Room Registration: email Gisela or call 336-768-5942

Law Lien Changes - Tuesday, January 29, 4 - 6pm Presenter: Andy Carmen, Bell, Davis and Pitt, P.A. Location: WFU Deacon Tower, BB&T Field Registration: email Gisela or call 336-768-5942 *Class takes place prior to January Membership Meeting

Tune in to WSJS, AM60, Saturdays: 9 - 10am for Real Estate Radio with John McPherson & Wendy Taylor, and 11am - 12pm for Around the House with Erik Anderson. For more information about these two building industry related shows, visit the WSJS website: http://www.wsjs.com/Article.asp?id=595967