2016 April Plains Builder by Home Builders Association of F-M

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BUILDER A magazine for HBA of F-M members | www.hbafm.com | April 2016

PLATINUM SPONSOR SPRING PARADE OF HOMES

HBA Keeps Up With Industry Issues, Gets Ready for ThirdLargest Parade.

New Format to Celebrate Parade of Homes Builders!

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Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead presents the 56th Annual

April 28 - May 1 • May 5 - 8

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Letter From the HBA President

Letter from the North Dakota Association of Builders

Letter From the HBC President

News Briefs

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New Format to Celebrate Parade of Homes Builders!

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Education

Workforce

Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re Hired! How to Find and Hire the Right People

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The Plains Builder is published 12 times per year by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead. It is mailed or emailed to members of the HBA of F-M. Publisher Bryce Johnson Editor Krista Mund Coordination, Design and Production Chelsea Smith Ad Sales Allison Weckman

ASSOCIATION STAFF Office Coordinator Tahra Doll

Membership & Marketing Coordinator Sami Eidenschink Director of Development & Education Jenny Erickson Chief Executive Officer Bryce Johnson Executive Vice President Krista Mund Director of Accounting & Records Amanda Ohlsen Communications Coordinator Chelsea Smith Senior Events & Marketing Coordinator Allison Weckman

ON THE COVER: The Spring Parade of Homes will feature 99 entries. The cover photo features a home built by Dietrich Homes, Inc. Photo by J. Alan Paul Photography. Image provided by Design & Living Magazine. The Home Builders Association does not accept responsibility for or endorse any statements or claims made by advertisers or authors of any articles. Subscription rate is included in annual dues. Please address editorial inquiries to Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead, 1802 32nd Avenue South Fargo, ND 58103. www.hbafm.com

HBA PRESIDENT’S LETTER

HBA Keeps Up With Industry Issues, Gets Ready for ThirdLargest Parade

March was a productive month for the HBA of F-M as we finished up the Home & Garden Show, prepared for the Parade, and participated in meetings with our state associations, state legislators and Congressional leaders. It is a priority for the HBA to always cover governmental issues concerning you and your livelihood on the national, state and local levels. Thank you to North Dakota Association of Builders and Builders Association of Minnesota for their work on organizing these meetings: North Dakota: HBA of F-M members and staff traveled to Bismarck for the National Association of Home Builders’ “Bringing Housing Home” Legislative Conference. NAHB coordinates a nationwide legislative event for members to have in-district meetings with their U.S. representative and senators. Issues discussed included the F-M Diversion, National Flood Insurance Program, regulatory reform, worker shortage and immigration reform, health reimbursement arrangements, residential energy codes, tax reform and housing finance reform. Minnesota: Members and staff traveled to St. Paul for the Builders Association of Minnesota’s Builder Day at the Capitol. Builder Day at the Capitol serves as a way to get Minnesota builders, remodelers and housing professionals involved at the state capitol, meeting face-to-face with legislators on the key issues we face every day. Issues discussed included the fire sprinkler mandate, local government aid, moving the fire code from the Minnesota Department of Labor & Industry to the Department of Public Safety, unlicensed builders and Family and Medical Leave Benefits. Our Spring Parade of Homes begins April 28 and it’s one of the largest in Association history. We have exceeded last year’s 90 homes and are at 99 homes! The two events topping that number are 2007 with 114 homes and 2006 with 104 homes. Thank you to the Builders, Realtors and developers who get excited about this promotional opportunity and provide such a wonderful selection of homes for area consumers to visit. This is truly a showcase of the product that our local industry provides. The Parade of Homes Celebration will be May 12 at the Holiday Inn, see page 23 for details.

Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead 1802 32nd Ave. S. Fargo, ND 58103 Phone: (701) 232-5846 www.hbafm.com

Home Builders Association of FargoMoorhead was founded in 1956. It is a local 501(C) 6 nonprofit trade organization.

PRESIDENT

Tom Spaeth, Accent Contracting

PRESIDENT ELECT

Tyrone Leslie, Heritage Homes

TREASURER

Dustin Murray, Dustin Murray Construction

ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT

Paul Krabbenoft, Coldwell Banker First Realty

SECRETARY

Robin Swanson, Superior Insurance

DIRECTORS

Dawn Cruff, Green Team Realty Jason Eid, Eid-Co Buildings, Inc. Darrick Guthmiller, Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc. Ursula Hegvik, Smart Spaces John Koerselman, Red River Drywall & Decorating Services, Inc. Kimberly Krueger Tehan, Krueger Construction, Inc. Stephanie Lindemann, Revive Contracting LLC Terry Lipp, Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Showroom Gary Orth, Cornerstone Specialties, Inc. Todd Rasmussen, Valley Lights Broc Roberson, Stone Ridge Builders, Inc.

PAST PRESIDENT

Clay Dietrich, Dietrich Homes, Inc.

SENIOR LIFE DIRECTOR

Gerald Eid, Eid-Co Buildings, Inc.

LIFE DIRECTOR AND NDAB STATE REPRESENTATIVE

John Gunkelman, Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc.

NDAB BUILD-PAC TRUSTEE

John Koerselman, Red River Drywall & Decorating Services

LIFE DIRECTOR AND NDAB ASSOCIATE NATIONAL DIRECTOR Ken Krajsa, Bell State Bank & Trust

LIFE DIRECTOR AND NDAB SECOND VICE PRESIDENT Dan Lindquist, Dan Lindquist Construction, Inc.

LIFE DIRECTOR

Don Dabbert, Jr., Dabbert Custom Homes, Inc. John Mahan, Mahan Construction, Inc.

Tom Spaeth Accent Contracting HBA President 6

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Hires & Promotions

Acme Tools has named Loretta Buse general manager of ecommerce at its corporate headquarters in Grand Forks. Bell State Bank & Trust has promoted Katrina Tollefson and Brenda Messerschmidt to vice president/ branch manager and Derrick Lewis to assistant branch manager. Josh Jaster and Linda Perala have been hired as Realtors at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Premier Properties. Jenni Peters has been promoted to a vice president/cash management officer position at BlackRidgeBANK. Cornerstone Bank has announced that Eric Carlson, senior vice president/finance director, will now oversee the audit, finance and compliance teams. He will also join the bank management board. Craig Ehrmantraut was promoted to assistant vice president/business banking officer, Jennifer Newton to lead mortgage loan closer, Pam Paseka to lead mortgage loan processor/junior underwriter, Kadie Stoltz to mortgage loan closer/ junior underwriter and Emily Olson to mortgage loan processor-closer. Kristin Jaeger was hired as marketing director. Dawson Insurance has hired Brooke Anglin as a commercial lines account assistant. DECKMASTERS has hired Dave Haberer as a fencing manager and he will also oversee the Sport Court and awning division. Haberer has 27 years experience with interior and exterior finish carpentry installation and design, including decks, fences, kitchens and millwork. Originally from Henning Minn., he also spent eight years in Aberdeen, S.D., and ten years in Fort Collins, Colo. before moving back to the Fargo area in 2008. Dave and his wife, Lori, have four daughters and in his spare time he enjoys heading to the lake with his family and golfing. Gate City Bank has promoted Kim

Bossert, Mike Hendrickson, Megan Erovick and Lance Dolezal to assistant vice presidents. Heather Rye and Kim Settel have been promoted to vice president and Todd Nankivel to senior mortgage loan officer. Brad Lindblad has been hired as the business intelligence strategist. Lindsey Duff and Sara Gimberline have joined Green Team Realty as real estate agents. Keller Williams Roers Realty has hired Shawana Davis as an agent. Jenna Nygaard has been promoted to new-home sales specialist at Heritage Homes. Brianne Rome has been hired as a sales coordinator. Heyer Engineering has named Dave Bruns, Eric Greiff and Ryan Heyer as partners. Alicia Buechler has joined the real estate team of Lexstar Real Estate Services, Inc.. Samantha Rich has joined Park Co. Realtors as an accounting and administrative services coordinator. Holly Kurth Heck has joined as a real estate agent. Kate Goff, Alexander Kulikov, Eric Sterling and Kirsten Yeado have joined the RDO Equipment Co. Fargo Field Support Office. Robert Gibb and Sons has hired Justin Gibb as the director of business development. Gibb is the fourth generation to work in the 100-year-old family business. He earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of North Dakota, Grand Forks. Gibb previously worked for Admore Air Conditioning, New York, as the general manager of the service division. S&S Promotional Group has hired Brianna Rortvedt and Heather Gerlitz in the embroidery department and Ken Prost was added to the company’s sales department where he will lead the new team sales division that focuses on team sports and apparel.

Sandman Structural Engineers, Moorhead, has hired Patric McCoy and Kevin Dornbusch as structural engineers, Aaron Krenelka as a structural revit technician and Shaun Parsons as an engineer-in-training. Scheels Home & Hardware has hired Steve Johnson as a design consultant. Western State Bank has hired Ashley Hauer as a mortgage loan processor and Kelsey Smith as human resources director. Western State Bank has hired Kelsey Kloos as a customer service representative.

Honors & Officers

DECKMASTERS manager Josh Smook & owner Todd Funfar attended the Azek Decking University in Pennsylvania for two full days. The training provided information on latest trends, new decking, installation and innovative products in the industry from the largest manufacturer of decking. The North Dakota Housing Finance Agency has recognized several of its housing partners as Champions of Affordable Housing. Awards were presented to five financial institutions that originated loans on NDHFA’s behalf in 2015. The loan officer at each institution that most actively promoted the agency’s programs were also honored. Those recognized were: Capital Credit Union and Scott Bullinger, Bismarck; First Community Credit Union and Clayton Lilleby, Fargo; First International Bank and Trust and Patti Helm, Fargo; Gate City Bank and Tammy Skogen, Bismarck; and Town and Country Credit Union and Renee Freeman, Fargo. NDHFA also recognized three real estate agents for the assistance they provided to the agency’s borrowers: April Bernabucci, Keller Williams Realty, Fargo; Kirstin Wilhelm, Keller Williams Realty, Bismarck; and Shirley Thomas, Bianco Realty, Bismarck. News Briefs continued on page 31

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You’re Hired!

BR AN D

by Jenny Erickson, Director of Development & Education You post a job ad in the newspaper and expect tons of people to knock down your door for the job, right? HBA members learned during a lunch session presented by Rikka Brandon that that just isn’t the case anymore. There is a definite scarcity of workers in the Fargo-Moorhead area, and not just in our industry. That means that we have to change the way we are recruiting and hiring employees. Brandon was also adamant in telling the group that it is simpler and better for businesses to hire the right people right away rather than hiring just anybody and then dealing with the consequences later. You can’t manage people into being good employees. Think of recruiting as a game. You win some, you lose some and sometimes it ends in a draw. But if you think of it as a game, that you need strategy and have to be able to change as the game needs, you are more likely to be successful. Think of this: 80 percent of employee turnover is due to hiring mistakes. If these mistakes can be avoided then time and money can be saved. The first tip of hiring the right people: clarity. Know what you need and why you need it. Being clear of the expectations sets you up to succeed. Succeed in advertising for the right people and succeed in hiring the right person to complete the jobs. After you are clear on what you need, you then need to determine how to locate the people who can do that job. Where do they spend their time? What do they read? Where are they active on the Internet? Knowing the answers to these questions allows you to focus your recruiting plan.

Once you are ready to advertise an open position, remember that a job description is not a job ad. Just as in marketing for customers, you must advertise for employees and make them want you. A job ad tells and sells your company. It lays out why you are great to work for and why people work for you. Start by asking your current, long-time employees those questions. The job ad also sells the opportunity which is where some of the job description pieces come into play. What appeals to your ideal hire? Do you need a problem solver? A creative person? Someone in customer service? Always include a call to action to phone or email, send a resume or apply. The job ad should make the right people want to apply. Now to get the word out. Where do you advertise? Brandon is a fan of the buckshot approach, trying as many places as possible. Newspapers are not the wisest choice. Try places like Indeed.com, Facebook and LinkedIn. North Dakota Job Service is also a valuable and free resource. Another suggestion is to use an employee referral program. These types of programs can be simple and tap into their networks. Brandon also recommends that you ask friends, family and customers. Customers want you to be successful and may be one of your best promoters. Use your marketing budget to promote job openings. Your brand is still getting out there and you are promoting that you are a great place to work. Sponsor a trivia night at a place where potential employees spend time (especially if they are the type of people you may want to hire). The most important thing of all? Think like a recruiter. You can’t just post a job and pray that people will come out to you. You have to actively go out and find people to recruit. Use strategic small talk to find out about people. How did they end up in Fargo? How did they land in sales? How did they land with XYZ company? Still, hiring the wrong person does happen. Brandon recommends using a 90-day probationary period. It is also important to remember that, while firing people is incredibly hard, things only get worse if they aren’t dealt with in a timely manner. Remember, sell yourself and your company. Make people want to come and work for you!

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How to find and hire the right people

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Rikka Brandon is a serial entrepreneur, recruiter, and speaker. She is the founder of www. BuildingGurus.com and www.RikkaBrandon.com and the creator of popular programs like Clarity & Reality, Attract & Recruit, and Hire Power. She’s the go to girl for growth minded entrepreneurs and forward thinking leaders. She’s spent her career helping companies find and hire the talent they need to achieve their goals. She has placed over 400 people as a “headhunter”, with a less than 1% replacement rate. As an HR Manager and Business Owner she’s hired over 500 people and done well over 10,000 interviews.

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HBA of F-M January & February Accomplishments Each month, the HBA staff compiles a list outlining what the HBA has done for

you, including education opportunities, legislative work, events and meetings staff and members have attended. The January accomplishments were not included in the March Plains Builder and as of press time, March wasn’t over yet, so we’re always a month behind. Thank you for your understanding!

January Accomplishments

• Mobilized over 45 volunteers to distribute over 600 World of Thanks packets containing the 2016 Membership Directory & Consumer Guide, development map, window decal, and more. • Hosted Minnesota building contractor, electrical contractor and plumbing education sessions, serving over 300 attendees. • Leaders and staff traveled to the International Builders Show in Las Vegas to participate in National Association of Home Builders’ learning opportunities, networking, committee meetings, board meeting, and to support our local NAHB Student Chapters competing in the Residential Construction Management Competition. • Welcomed over 130 attendees including city and county representatives to the New Year Celebration and City Night Jan. 28 at the Radisson in Fargo. • Participated in the North Dakota Association of Builders’ Executive Officers quarterly conference call. Attended or supported the following community meetings and events: • CULTIVATE Committee: Regional Workforce Partnership & Collaboration • Fargo-Moorhead Area Association of Realtors membership meeting • Simonson Lumber’s contractor luncheon • Northern Region Association of Safety Professionals • FMWF Chamber’s State of the Cities and Eggs & Issues Hosted meetings for the following: • With staff and the incoming president on 2016 Association priorities • With Fargo on potential moratorium on development • With developers, local legislators, North Dakota Government Affairs Committee and interested experts on potential 2017 North Dakota legislation • With Fargo Public Schools and the city of Fargo to create a partnership on a house project for high school students in the construction programs • HBA’s exploratory building task force • A lunch session on the Remodeled Home Tour • Fargo Inspections Administrator Ron Strand on the impending energy code • Regular meetings of the Home Builders Care of F-M Foundation board of trustees, HBA of F-M board of directors and five committees

February Accomplishments

• Coordinated an offering for Minnesota building contractor continuing education for home builders and remodelers, taught by Building Products, Inc. • Offered a day-long educational session on code hot topics. • Hosted a day-long educational session on Quickbooks. • Hosted a lunch session on the most common OSHA violations. • Distributed 2015's builder summary listing that recaps local building company activity across the metro last year. • Welcomed 12 new members into the Association! • Hosted the Red River Valley Home & Garden Show featuring over 300 exhibitors and attracting close to 9,000 pre-qualified consumers interested in remodeling, building or buying a home. Even members who don't exhibit benefit from the increased traffic to www.hbafm.com and promotion of your industry. • Attended the F-M Diversion Authority meeting. • Organized and expanded the second-annual Lego competition for children ages 5-13 during the Home & Garden Show. More than 70 children participated.

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Largest in HBA History!

by Allison Weckman, Senior Events & Marketing Coordinator There will be 99 homes on the 56th Annual Spring Parade of Homes making it the third-largest event in history! The Spring Parade will be April 28 – May 1 and May 5 – 8. Hours are 4 – 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday and noon – 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Homes located in Dilworth, Fargo, Gardner, Horace, Moorhead and West Fargo will be available for show. There will be three Featured Homes to raise money for Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation. Look for the Parade of Homes magazine at all Hornbacher’s locations starting April 25 and an insert in The Forum April 24. We will launch a new website and mobile app for consumers to explore the Parade. Save the date and plan to join us to celebrate this successful event at the Parade of Homes Celebration on May 12 at the Holiday Inn. This year’s event features a new social format that you won’t want to miss! Read more on page 23.

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Abodz............................................................... Davies.................................................. 2253 68th Ave S............ Fargo....................... $425,000 Abodz............................................................... Maple Ridge at the Preserve................. 3012 Claire Dr E............. West Fargo.............. $509,900 Bachmeier Custom Homes................................ River’s Bend at the Preserve................ 2815 Pyle Lane E........... West Fargo.............. $499,900 Bison Custom Homes by Benjamin Custom Homes............................. Brooks Harbor...................................... 2333 Harbor Ln.............. West Fargo.............. $375,000 BMW Homes.................................................... Horizon Shores..................................... 2208 39 St S................. Moorhead................ $479,300 Brookstone Property.......................................... Osgood................................................ 4622 44th Ave S............ Fargo....................... $374,900 Brookstone Property.......................................... Crofton Coves...................................... 6737 21st St S............... Fargo....................... $309,900 Building Concepts............................................. Shadow Creek...................................... 3676 Houkom Dr............ West Fargo.............. $520,000 Carpenter Homes.............................................. Brooks Harbor...................................... 2142 14th St W............... West Fargo.............. $449,900 Carpenter Homes.............................................. Maple Ridge at the Preserve................. 3025 Claire Dr E............ West Fargo.............. $429,900 Century Homes................................................. The Wilds at Westport.......................... 1069 49th Terrace Way.. West Fargo............$1,250,000 Cornerstone Specialties NDPB, CGP.....................The Wilds at Westport.......................... 1058 Larkin Ln............... West Fargo.............. $479,000 Crist Construction............................................. River’s Bend at the Preserve................ 2515 McLeod Dr............. West Fargo.............. $559,900 Dabbert Custom Homes NDPB........................... Eaglewood........................................... 1006 29th Ave W........... West Fargo.............. $244,300 Dabbert Custom Homes NDPB........................... Eaglewood........................................... 1010 29th Ave W............ West Fargo.............. $230,000 Dabbert Custom Homes NDPB........................... Farmstead at Brandt............................. 3373 55th St S.............. Fargo....................... $363,900 Dabbert Custom Homes NDPB........................... Farmstead at Brandt............................. 5423 35th Ave S............ Fargo....................... $349,900 Dabbert Custom Homes NDPB........................... Farmstead at Brandt............................. 5402 Tyler Ave S........... Fargo....................... $449,900 Dabbert Custom Homes NDPB........................... Horizon Shores .................................... 2213 42nd St S.............. Moorhead................ $256,000 Dabbert Custom Homes NDPB........................... Prairie View.......................................... 86 6th St ....................... Horace..................... $248,500 Dabbert Custom Homes NDPB........................... Woodbridge Addition............................. 1208 Southwood Dr........ Dilworth................... $250,500 Dave Meyer Construction.................................. Brooks Harbor...................................... 2445 Harbor Ln W.......... West Fargo.............. $409,900 Dave Meyer Construction.................................. Hampton Place..................................... 4845 Westminster Dr...... Moorhead................. $312,900 Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead NDPB........Crofton Coves...................................... 6809 Crofton Ln S.......... Fargo....................... $979,900 Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead NDPB........The Wilds at Westport.......................... 1081 Larkin Ln W............ West Fargo.............. $489,900 Dietrich Homes, Inc CGB.................................... Shadow Creek...................................... 3710 6th St E................. West Fargo............$1,395,000 Eid-Co Homes CAPS, CGP, NDPB......................... Gardner Manor..................................... 263 5th St...................... Gardner....................$225,539 Eid-Co Homes CAPS, CGP, NDPB......................... Legacy I............................................... 6132 Bennett Ct S.......... Fargo........................$324,277 Eid-Co Homes CAPS, CGP, NDPB......................... Village Green Townhome Community... 3705 34th St S.............. Moorhead.................$244,927 Eid-Co Homes CAPS, CGP, NDPB......................... Westview.............................................. 3814 7th St E................. West Fargo.............. $290,803 Eid-Co Homes CAPS, CGP, NDPB......................... Westview.............................................. 613 Westview Ln............ West Fargo................$215,162 Fiske Construction............................................ River’s Bend at the Preserve................ 2709 1st St E................. West Fargo.............. $787,400 Hagen Building Group....................................... Crofton Coves...................................... 6955 21st S................... Fargo....................... $525,000 Hagen Building Group....................................... The Wilds at Westport.......................... 1046 Wildflower Ln......... West Fargo.............. $440,000 Hagen Building Group....................................... The Wilds at Westport.......................... 1029 51st Ave W............ West Fargo.............. $350,000 Hampton Homes a division of Windows Plus................................................... Stonemill Estates.................................. 1012 44th Ave S............. Moorhead................ $269,000 Hampton Homes a division of Windows Plus................................................... Kendall’s Addition................................. 810 35th St S................. Moorhead................ $360,000 Hanson Bros, Inc NDPB...................................... River’s Bend at the Preserve................ 2812 1st St E.................. West Fargo.............. $559,900 Harry Gilbertson Construction, Inc.....................Eaglewood........................................... 2633 7th St S................ West Fargo............... $317,900 10

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CAPS, CGB, CGR, NDPB: Designations from the National Association of Home Builders and North Dakota Association of Builders. List as of 3/22/2016. List is subject to change as final proofing was not complete. This list is for members only. A final list will appear April 24 and will be available at all Hornbacher’s April 25.

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Harry Gilbertson Construction, Inc.....................Valley View.......................................... 3587 50th St S.............. Fargo....................... $440,000 Heritage Homes CAPS, CGB, CGP, NDPB................The Aspens at Timber Creek................ 5012 Prosperity Way S... Fargo....................... $599,900 Heritage Homes CAPS, CGB, CGP, NDPB................Cottagewood........................................ 4743 41st St S............... Fargo........................ $419,900 Heritage Homes CAPS, CGB, CGP, NDPB................The Wilds at Westport ....................... 1127 Wildflower Pl.......... West Fargo.............. $449,900 Heritage Homes CAPS, CGB, CGP, NDPB................The Wilds at Westport ....................... 1044 50th Ave W........... West Fargo.............. $399,900 Holly & Company Classic Homes LLC..............Cottagewood........................................ 4984 Avery Ln................ Fargo....................... $484,900 Holly & Company Classic Homes LLC..............Cottagewood........................................ 4145 47th Ave S............ Fargo....................... $368,400 ISR Homes Inc................................................. Parkview.............................................. 3243 26th St S.............. Moorhead................ $259,900 JKL Homes....................................................... Maple Valley......................................... 6159 Maple Valley Dr S.. Fargo....................... $305,000 Jordahl Custom Homes, Inc. NDPB.....................Deer Creek........................................... 6244 60th Ave S............ Fargo........................ $304,091 Jordahl Custom Homes, Inc. NDPB.....................Eaglewood........................................... 1136 29th Ave W............ West Fargo.............. $306,667 Jordahl Custom Homes, Inc. NDPB.....................Farmstead at Brandt............................. 3359 55th St S.............. Fargo....................... $302,739 Jordahl Custom Homes, Inc. NDPB.....................Goldenwood......................................... 1349 Goldenwood Dr...... West Fargo................$220,171 Jordahl Custom Homes, Inc. NDPB.....................Horizon Shores .................................... 4131 23rd Ave S............. Moorhead................. $270,221 Krueger Construction NDPB................................ Golden Valley....................................... 7008 26th St S.............. Fargo....................... $334,500 Krueger Construction NDPB................................ The Wilds at Westport.......................... 1054 Wildflower Ln......... West Fargo.............. $499,620 Landmark Homes.............................................. Valley View.......................................... 3632 54th St S.............. Fargo....................... $499,900 Legacy Custom Homes..................................... The Wilds at Westport.......................... 976 51st Ave W.............. West Fargo.............. $549,900 LUXE Custom Homes, a division of Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead NDPB.......Crofton Coves...................................... 6857 21st St S............... Fargo........................ $414,900 LUXE Custom Homes, a division of Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead NDPB........River Edge........................................... 8709 Memory Ln............ Horace..................... $609,900 LUXE Custom Homes, a division of Designer Homes of Fargo-Moorhead NDPB........The Wilds at Westport.......................... 1073 Larkin Ln W........... West Fargo.............. $429,900 Meadowland Custom Homes Inc.......................Brooks Harbor...................................... 2433 Harbor Ln W.......... West Fargo.............. $289,900 Monarch Homes................................................ Crofton Coves...................................... 6887 Crofton Ln S.......... Fargo....................... $884,000 New Creations Construction.............................. Johnson Farms..................................... 3550 16th St S............... Moorhead................ $289,000 Paula Rae Homes & Gardens Inc.....................West River........................................... 126 37th Ave E.............. West Fargo.............. $495,000 Paula Rae Homes & Gardens Inc.....................The Wilds at Westport.......................... 4722 Lilac Dr................. West Fargo.............. $549,000 Platinum Homes............................................... Eaglewood........................................... 1317 29th Ave W............ West Fargo.............. $278,900 Platinum Homes............................................... Valley View.......................................... 3661 54th St S............... Fargo........................$341,000 Plecity Kowalski Construction, Inc.....................Shadow Creek...................................... 3671 Houkom Dr E......... West Fargo.............. $629,000 Plecity Kowalski Construction, Inc.....................The Wild at Westport............................ 832 47th Ave W............. West Fargo...............$519,000 Plecity Kowalski Construction, Inc.....................Shadow Wood...................................... 3572 6th St E................ West Fargo...............$610,000 Plecity Kowalski Construction, Inc.....................Horizon Shores..................................... 3648 22nd Ave S........... Moorhead................ $569,000 R & M Properties.............................................. Eaglewood........................................... 2630 8th St W............... West Fargo.............. $380,000 Reliant Custom Homes LLC.............................. Crofton Coves...................................... 6740 Crofton Ln............. Fargo....................... $439,800 Rick Halvorson Construction............................. Woodbridge.......................................... 1107 Southwood Dr......... Dilworth................... $269,900 Signature Homes Inc......................................... The Wilds at Westport.......................... 1053 49th Terrace West.West Fargo.............. $785,000 Silver Line Custom Homes................................ Prairie View.......................................... 111 5th St E.................... Horace..................... $200,000 Spire Custom Homes........................................ Farmstead at Brandt............................. 5446 Tyler Ave S........... Fargo....................... $369,000 Stone Ridge Builders........................................ The Wilds at Westport.......................... 1062 51st Ave W............ West Fargo �� $579,000 Stylemark Builders............................................ The Wilds 4th Addition......................... 4731 Lilac Dr.................. West Fargo............... $517,900 Sunrise Custom Homes.................................... Crofton Coves...................................... 1956 69th Ave S............ Fargo....................... $398,800 Thomsen Homes............................................... Brooks Harbor...................................... 2438 Harbor Ln W.......... West Fargo...............$353,773 Thomsen Homes............................................... Eaglewood........................................... 949 28th Ave W............. West Fargo.............. $209,863 Thomsen Homes............................................... Eaglewood........................................... 953 28th Ave W............. West Fargo............... $216,700 Thomsen Homes............................................... Eaglewood........................................... 957 28th Ave W............. West Fargo...............$255,858 Thomsen Homes............................................... Eaglewood........................................... 1122 28th Ave W............ West Fargo...............$297,462 Thomsen Homes............................................... Eaglewood........................................... 961 28th Ave W............. West Fargo...............$269,999 Titan Homes..................................................... Eagle Pointe......................................... 7400 Claire Dr S............ Fargo....................... $550,000 Titan Homes..................................................... River’s Bend at the Preserve................ 2627 2nd St E................ West Fargo.............. $599,900 Titan Homes..................................................... River’s Bend at the Preserve................ 2835 McLeod Dr E......... West Fargo.............. $475,000 Titan Homes..................................................... River’s Bend at the Preserve................ 2608 1st St E................. West Fargo.............. $595,000 Turn Key Construction...................................... Deer Creek........................................... 6431 59th Ave S............ Fargo....................... $326,900 Turn Key Construction...................................... Deer Creek........................................... 6653 59th Ave S............ Fargo....................... $287,900 Turn Key Construction...................................... Brooks Harbor...................................... 2406 12th St W.............. West Fargo.............. $308,900 Turn Key Construction...................................... Eaglewood........................................... 2610 7th St W................ 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NORTH DAKOTA ASSOCIATION OF BUILDERS

2016 Legislative Conference

The nation’s home builders and remodelers are doers. We work hard, take risks and get the job done. We are engaged in our communities, giving back day after day, year after year. We create jobs and build the homes that are the foundation of American family life. Housing drives our nation’s economy. Our industry contributes to Gross Domestic Product (GDP) through private residential investment (5 percent) and spending on housing services (12 percent), representing roughly 17 percent of GDP in a typical year. Roughly 3.5 million people, including those who are self-employed, worked in residential construction and remodeling last year, accounting for 2.4 percent of the U.S. civilian labor force. Without a healthy housing market, the economy can’t flourish. The issues that are important to home builders, remodelers and others in our industry are the same issues that are key to a thriving economy. On March 11, members of the North Dakota Association of Builders came together in Bismarck to meet with U.S. Sen. Heitkamp, U.S. Rep. Cramer and a staff member of Sen. Hoeven to discuss critical policy items. This was all a part of the National Association of Home Builders Bringing Housing Home initiative where each state was asked to hold meetings with their National Delegation back in their home states. North Dakota was proud of our meetings and the success we had in conveying our messages and the strong support of attendance from our volunteer members. Below are some of the topics NDAB covered: Reduce burdensome regulations. Most homebuilding and remodeling companies are small businesses. We are saddled with disproportionate share of costs associated with excessive – and often unnecessary – regulations. Promote energy efficiency. We need the freedom and flexibility to build energy-efficient homes in the most costeffective way we can. Adopt sensible workforce development and immigration policy. Properly conceived, immigration reform will help our industry fill open jobs, boosting our nation’s economy. Protect middle class tax breaks. The mortgage interest deduction is a key to the financial well-being of the middle class. We also need tax credits 2016 Legislative Conference continued on page 27

Advocacy, Resources

On March 11, members of the North Dakota Association of Builders came together in Bismarck to meet with U.S. Sen. Heitkamp, U.S. Rep. Cramer, North Dakota Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem, and a staff member of Sen. Hoeven to discuss important homebuilding industry policy items and to learn what our Association can be doing to offer support on these issues. This was all a part of the National Association of Home Builders Bringing Housing Home initiative where each state was asked to hold meetings with their National Delegation. I want to personally thank all those who joined us for these meetings. Along with our North Dakota Delegation, we had special guests 2nd Vice Chairman Randy Noel, Regional Field Rep. Michael Bezruki, and Federal Legislative Manager Julies Bogue, all from NAHB, join us for the two days as well, and they commended our attendance and preparation for our Bringing Housing Home meetings. Over the course of the day, we not only got to put our industries views and requests front and center, we also were able to learn of many resources, individuals, and offices that work to help us in our industry. A great wealth of information was shared by Stenehjem and I would encourage members to contact that office regularly, along with our Secretary of State’s office to get guidance in a variety of instances. Here are some of the agencies within the Office of the Attorney General, or overseen by that office. • Bank of North Dakota (oversight) • Bureau of Criminal Investigation & Crime Lab • Consumer Protection & Antitrust Division • Contractor Compliance Checks • Criminal Justice Information Sharing (CJIS) • Criminal & Regulatory • Finance & Administration • Fire Marshal • North Dakota Gaming • Industrial Commission (oversight) • Information Technology Licensing • North Dakota Housing Finance Agency • North Dakota Lottery • Natural Resources & Indian Affairs • North Dakota State Mill & Elevator (oversight) Advocacy, Resources continued on page 27 www.hbafm.com

NDAB NEWS

Volume XXIII, Issue 4 Monthly News from the North Dakota Association of Builders April 2016

Bismarck-Mandan Home Builders Association Dot Frank, Executive Officer 701-222-2400 bmhba.com

• Board members participated in the Governor’s Prayer Breakfast in March. Attendees were able to network with local leaders and promote the association. • The HBA teamed up with the State Water Department to host NAHB’s webinar on Stormwater Management. • Executive Officer Dot Frank attended the North Dakota Building Officials Association meeting in Minot. The event featured a presentation on significant changes to the 2015 International Residential Code. • Board member Brian Eiseman of Stoneshire Builders was a panel speaker at the Chamber’s 2016 Economic Outlook Forum in March. • Members gathered on March 22 for Bowling with the Builders. The high scorer walked away with a logo pin as the prize for first place.

Dickinson Area Builders Assoc. Tiffaney Dolechek, Executive Officer 701-483-0044 dickinsonareabuilders.com

• We combined our legislative night and PAC night with our March Member Meeting. We invited each Dickinson city official/candidate to speak to our members, and share their positions on the upcoming campaign. After the meeting, we had our PAC event which raised a total of $3,355! Thank you to everyone who contributed! • Our Home Show is April 9-10 at the West River Ice Center. We currently have 107 vendors and more than 140 booths have been purchased to date. • We are excited to announce we are planning our first Parade of Homes for this fall! • We have updated our email address to daba@ dickinsonareabuilders.com.

Forx Builders Association Betty McDonald, Executive Officer 701-746-4536 forxbuilders.com

• The Structural Materials crew did a great job hosting the March Builders after Hours. They are in a newly remodeled location and it is wonderful! • The Forx Builders will sponsor a Lunch and Learn April 19 presented by the Construction Law Practice Group of Zimney Foster PC Attorneys at Law.

Attorneys Erin Zasada, Warren Roehl and Cassandra Marka’s presentation will be The “Nuts & Bolts” of Construction Lien/Mechanics Lien Law. • Our annual Sporting Clay Shoot will be May 24 at the Dakota Hunting Club.

Minot Association of Builders Elysha Head, Executive Officer 701-852-0496 minotab.com

• We welcomed our new Executive Officer Elysha Head this month. We look forward to the exciting changes she will bring to our association! • Last month’s Home and Garden Show saw over 5,000 people through the doors. Expansion and new features are on the list for next year. • Executive Officer Elysha Head attended the NDAB conferences in Bismarck last month. Many great contacts were made and she learned a tremendous amount about the North Dakota association. • Watne Realtors is holding our April Builders After Hours event.

Williston Area Builders Association Janna Lutz & Jackie Wieg, Executive Directors 701-572-5744 willistonbuilders.com

• The 6th Annual Home & Garden Show is gearing up to be bigger and better. We have added: Food Shelf Friday to benefit the Salvation Army, awesome kids activities, new seminars, woodworking demonstrations and Miss North Dakota will be here again this year! We have also opened up a few community booths for non-profit organizations, and will have a Humane Society booth outdoors. There is also a Vendor/Member Social planned for Friday night. We hope to see you April 15-17 at the Williston Raymond Center! • Our May Member Meeting is the annual update on the building codes, where City Officials and Builders continue to build a solid working relationship. Sponsored by the city of Williston and MontanaDakota Utilities. • April is our membership drive month and members are gearing up to earn triple Spike credits and compete for prizes. • Plans are underway for our 5th Parade of Homes! Please contact jackie@willistonbuilders.com to join the committee or become involved in the parade! It is planned for June 24-26.

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BAM: Advocate and Watchdog Article I, Section III (2016)

by Forrest Cyr, BAM Director of Government Affairs and Communications

‘Day at the Capitol is Just the Beginning’

At Day at the Capitol, we had a great time coming together as an industry to spend the day with your legislators, fellow members, friends, Builders Association of Minnesota staff, and lobbyists. We love what we do - representing you and your business at the Capitol and we were thrilled to have you come join us for a day of advocacy. However, Day at the Capitol is just the beginning! As part of BAM’s contemporary and sustained government affairs program, we invite our members and local association staff to come spend the day with us at the Capitol throughout the session. We aim to build as much political capital as possible with our friends at the legislature, and having our members at the Capitol is a great way to do so. It’s essential to BAM’s ongoing advocacy efforts to have a sustained member presence at the Minnesota State Capitol. Even though Day at the Capitol has come and gone, we invite our members to join us anytime in Saint Paul for legislative adventures. We’ll find your legislators, sit in on a committee hearing, and maybe even see a fiery debate on the House or Senate floor! There’s always something to do and see, and we’d love to be your legislative tour guides. Plus, we’ll buy you a bowl of chili at the MnDOT Cafe, with as many oyster crackers as you can eat. Yum! To join us at the Minnesota State Capitol, identify when would work for you, or for someone from your Association, to come to Saint Paul. If you’d like to discuss this opportunity further, please don’t hesitate to contact me at forrest@bamn.org, or call my cell at (612) 248-4463. Schedule your Days at the Capitol today!

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CCEC Welcomes Albright as CEO, Says Goodbye to Handy

by Krista Mund, Executive Vice President Marshal Albright has been selected as the new president and chief executive officer of Cass County Electric Cooperative. He succeeds Scott Handy who will retire at the end of this month. Handy has been with CCEC for 34 years and served as CEO for the past 14 years. HBA of F-M CEO Bryce Johnson says CCEC has a culture that encourages employees to be involved in and give back to their community, and it starts at the top with Handy. “Any of the team members you meet at CCEC are professional and highly regarded,” she says. “I appreciate Scott’s role in that; it’s his long-lasting impact and a legacy. CCEC is a strong supporter of the HBA and has been that way for as long as I can remember. They’ve provided volunteers and support to us at a moment’s notice and are always in our corner.” She points out that, whether working through an issue that involves CCEC and the building industry, or working together in a coalition, the Association’s open communication with both Albright and Handy has led to a very strong relationship with the cooperative. They’ve proven to be committed to contributing the resources to study issues and explore all possible solutions. Albright will be the cooperative’s sixth CEO in its 79-year history. He began his career with the cooperative in 1986, serving in various positions before taking the role of vice president of member and energy services in 2010. In that role, Albright oversaw CCEC’s member accounts, marketing and

“Any of the team members you meet at CCEC are professional and highly regarded,” she says. “I appreciate Scott’s role in that; it’s his long-lasting impact and a legacy. CCEC is a strong supporter of the HBA and has been that way for as long as I can remember. They’ve provided volunteers and support to us at a moment’s notice and are always in our corner.” - Bryce Johnson, HBA of F-M Chief Executive Officer 16

Marshal Albright and Scott Handy

communications, and energy management departments, which focus on member relations on both residential and commercial levels. He first became involved with the HBA in the early 1990s by serving on various committees. He was elected to the board of directors in 1994 and served two terms. He received the HBA’s Associate of the Year award in 1995. “From a personal note, the HBA is where I met my beautiful wife Andrea. In 1997 I chaired the Home Show Committee, and Andrea also served on the committee…and the rest is history,” Albright says, “Nearly every year for the past 20 years I have made time to play in the HBA golf outing with Mike (Montplaisir), Charlie (Funfar) and Terry (Welle) and network with fellow HBA members.” He is proud that CCEC’s engineering and marketing teams have worked with the HBA for decades by offering energy efficiency advice to builders and homeowners and connecting power to thousands of new homes. www.hbafm.com

“Over the years we have built strong relationships with builders, associates and other contractors involved in the homebuilding industry to bring power to the people as your local and trusted power supplier.” - Marshal Albright, Cass County Electric Cooperative President & CEO

“Over the years we have built strong relationships with Builders, Associates and other contractors involved in the homebuilding industry to bring power to the people as your local and trusted power supplier,” Albright says. “Although we don’t always agree on certain issues. CCEC has always been and will be a committed member of the HBA.” Albright grew up in Lynchburg, N.D., and graduated from North Dakota State College of Science. He and his wife, Andrea, live in Fargo and have three sons. Outside of the office, Albright enjoys golfing, hunting, fishing and spending time with family at the lake. Handy served in the top leadership role for Cass County Electric Cooperative during a time of incredible growth. When he moved into the position in 2002, Cass County Electric served 22,160 active accounts. As of spring 2016, that number is over 45,000. Annual kilowatthour sales increased from 627 million to over 1 billion in Handy’s time as CEO. During his tenure, the company scaled back its subsidiary and retail branches, instead focusing on the core mission of providing safe, affordable and reliable electric service. Originally from Fosston, Minn., and a North Dakota State University graduate, Handy served on the HBA’s board of directors in the early 1980s. He and his wife, Mary, live in Fargo and have a lake home near International Falls, Minn. They have two grown daughters and five grandchildren. After retirement he plans to spend plenty of time with his grandchildren and at the lake, but would also like to stay connected to energy policy issues. Handy says, “Our strong relationship with HBA has helped us stay in touch with all the key trade allies in the region. We define a trade ally as anyone someone does business with before they do business with CCEC, such as bankers, builders, developers, electricians, HVAC contractors, suppliers, planning and permitting authorities, etc. – that’s pretty much the whole HBA membership. We also feel it’s critical to support a strong building environment in the region; a strong local economy and building environment will keep our region’s growth and prosperity moving ahead and is good for everyone.”

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NEW FEATURES

BOOST ATTENDANCE AT 55th ANNUAL

HOME & GARDEN SHOW by Allison Weckman, Senior Events & Marketing Coordinator The Home & Garden Show committee and HBA staff added new features to the Home & Garden Show this year and it paid off! Even with 50-degree weather on Saturday afternoon, overall attendance exceeded that of the previous year. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve also heard positive reviews regarding the variety of kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; activities, including the new Treasure Hunt and expanded Lego homebuilding competition. The new Beer Walk feature raised funds for Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation and is a starting point grow next year. Most of the exhibitors had great things to say about both the traffic and qualified leads. If you were an exhibitor, please be sure to take the online survey when it comes out so we get feedback on the show from everyone. Your feedback allows the HBA of F-M to continue improving the show. We were also very excited to spotlight our local talent with workshops from Don Kinzler, horticulturist, Maria Bosak, DIY expert, Chef Eric Watson and Tom Spaeth, Accent Kitchen & Bath.

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Member of the Month

Stenseth Sees Value in HBA Involvement, Encourages Employees to Engage by Sami Eidenschink, Membership & Marketing Coordinator Every HBA of F-M member offers a great deal of value to the Association. Out of all members, the HBA of F-M staff recognizes a “Member of the Month” just six times a year. This recognition goes to a member who has gone above and beyond to support the Association and staff. Jamie Stenseth, Showplace Kitchens, is April’s Member of the Month. Stenseth is showroom manager at Showplace Kitchens in Fargo and has been very involvedin the HBA. He is an active member on both the Remodelers Council and the Events Committee. He also participated in the 2016 Home & Garden Show, helped the HBA staff by delivering magazine racks to various Hornbacher’s stores in the F-M area for the Home Show and participated in the recent “Chilly” Cook – Off. Stenseth has been with Showplace Kitchens for three years and affiliated with the industry well beyond that. His dad was an independent contractor, and Stenseth helped him with new construction and remodeling. Now he is continuing his career in the industry while at Showplace. Showplace Kitchens is a retail arm of the manufacturer Showplace Wood Products, headquartered in Sioux Falls, S.D. They have over 900 dealers throughout the United States and five retail stores. The company was founded in 1999 and opened the Showplace Kitchens Fargo store in 2006. It is employee focused and is employee-owned. Its leaders like to be progressive in their work and the way employees interact with the business day-to-day.

“I want each one of them to treat their job like they are running their own business, Stenseth says.” With four designers and a sales assistant at the Fargo store, he encourages everyone to get involved in some capacity with the HBA and other networking opportunities. “The best benefit for a business being involved in the HBA is the opportunities it provides to network and bounce ideas off people in the industry, Stenseth says.” When asked if there was just one HBA event he would encourage businesses to get involved in, Stenseth recommends the Home & Garden Show. With thousands of consumers gathering in one area specifically to see what the industry in the F-M area offers, the show offers a great opportunity for businesses. As Showplace looks to 2016, its employers have a lot to be excited about. They are working on remodeling their working kitchen in the showroom and hiring additional staff. They will celebrate their ten year anniversary this fall and are planning an open house for the event. Stenseth and the other five members selected as “Member of the Month” will be nominated for the 2016 Extra Mile Award. This award will be presented to one of the nominees at the Awards Gala & Annual Meeting.

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There Will Be No Recession in 2016! Despite all the news to the contrary, the United States economy is in pretty good

shape, better than the financial pundits think. Sure, the stock market has taken a battering of late, exploration and production activity in the Oil Patch has been declining, and exports are performing poorly, but the rest of the economy is fine. The service sector continues to grow nicely and construction activity continues to increase. Let’s take a closer look at the facts. The recent tumble in equity prices has nothing to do with a slowing economy and is not the precursor of a recession. Rather, the declines are the result of three quite independent factors. First, as the Fed raises interest rates, the value of financial assets must decline. Remember, the Fed initially lowered rates to boost asset prices and stimulate spending. As this process slowly unwinds, the value of equities must decline. Second, corporate profits have been flat for several quarters, and third, even at today’s somewhat lower equity values, P/E ratios remain high by historic standards. As for exports, the U.S. is much less dependent on them than most nations. Exports of goods to China total less than one percent of GDP, while exports of goods to Europe are about 1.5 percent of GDP. While exports of services such as movies, music and intellectual property add to these totals, they do not vary much with economic conditions. As a result, while a 10 percent decline in exports certainly hurts manufacturers and their employees and reduces GDP by about 0.2 percent, it is far from catastrophic in an economy growing by a healthy 2.5 percent. Regarding falling oil and gas prices, the benefits to the economy are just beginning. Until now, the price declines have resulted in large cutbacks in exploration and production (E&P) activity, as well as related manufacturing, construction and oil services activity that supports oil and gas E&P. The key here is that cheaper energy prices have boosted household incomes by about $130 billion or $1,000/household. While to date most of this money has been socked away, I expect that to change and to see increased consumer spending this year and next as households perceive the recent price declines as somewhat permanent. Most importantly, the rest of the economy is already doing well. Unemployment is at 4.9 percent and will decline further as the year progresses, and at 4.9 percent, unemployment is already at one of the lowest levels in decades. Moreover, home sales and prices are up, as is loan demand. In addition, tight labor markets are finally leading to sizable increases in hourly earnings, which will boost household spending further, and inflation, which has been completely dormant for several years, appears to be rising. This is a particularly welcome development given that Japan and Europe continue to fight deflation. Lastly, services, which account for roughly 84 percent of GDP, and construction activity, which accounts for about 6 percent of GDP, both of which are almost entirely domestically focused, are in fine shape and growing nicely. During the past 12 months, construction activity increased by 10.4 percent and services grew by 3 percent. In short, the parts of the economy that are inwardly-centered are doing well, and the negative impacts of softer growth from abroad are not nearly strong enough to derail our economy. As for the upcoming election, let’s fervently hope that the threats to dramatically raise taxes or increase the deficit do not come to pass. 24

Feb. 19, 2016 Big Blather

The Friday File: By analyzing 2 million phone calls, we now know Oregonians speak fastest, followed by residents from Minnesota, Massachusetts, Kansas, and Iowa. The slowest talkers are Mississippians, followed by residents from Louisiana, South Carolina, Alabama, and North Carolina. Those who gab the most, New Yorkers, followed by citizens of California, New Jersey, Nevada and Maryland. The most taciturn, Iowans, followed by denizens of Minnesota, Wisconsin Kansas and Oklahoma.

Feb. 23, 2016 Medical Money

Bernie Sanders’ single-payer healthcare proposal will probably cost $2.4 trillion/year, not the $1.4 trillion/year he estimates. The difference, savings generated. Single-payer can cut administrative costs by 5 percent to 7 percent (not 14 percent as suggested). The remaining savings depend on paying all providers at Medicare rates and obtaining outsized savings on prescription drugs, both doubtful. Winners would include firms that subsidize health insurance premiums, but smaller firms that don’t would be losers.

Feb. 29, 2016 Increasing Inflation

After a prolonged period of staggeringly low inflation, led by a strengthening dollar and declining energy prices, inflation is back! As measured by the Personal www.hbafm.com

Consumption Expenditure index, the Fed’s preferred inflation index, inflation is 1.3 percent, and core inflation (which ignores food and energy) is at 1.7 percent, its highest reading since 2/13, and a level the Fed did not expect to see until late 2016. Hello rate rise in June.

March 2, 2016 Durable Data

February auto sales hit an annualized rate of 17.5 million, a 16-year February high, and are up 6.9 percent from 2/14. January construction spending rose 1.5 percent M-o-M and 10.4 percent Y-o-Y with residential, non-residential and public spending up 8 percent, 11 percent and 13 percent respectively. Lastly, February manufacturing readings show that while still mildly in recession, manufacturing has been strengthening for three straight months suggesting weakening headwinds and possibly future growth. No nationwide recession!

March 3, 2016 Contracting Center

If middle-class is defined as those earning between twothirds and twice the national median income, in 2015 the 120.8 million middle-class adults were, for the first time, exceeded by the 121.3 million lower- and upper-income adults. In 1971, 61 percent of adults were middle-class, in 1989 it was 59 percent, in 1991 it was 56 percent, in 2001 it was 54 percent, in 2011 it was 51 percent and today it’s just 49.9 percent. Troubling!

March 7, 2016 Jolly Jobs

Friday’s employment numbers showed 242,000 net new jobs and cumulative upward revisions of 30,000 for prior months. The labor force participation rate hit 62.9 percent, a level not exceeded since 3/14, and the unemployment rate was unchanged as discouraged workers keep returning to work. While average hourly pay fell three cents, it’s probably an underestimate. Full-time workers at the same firm for over 12 months saw year-over-year pay raises of 4.1 percent.

March 10, 2016 Median Money

Among those 16 and over in the U.S. who earned money in 2014, earning $10,000 put you in the 20th percentile of those with earned income. If you earned $27,000, you were in the 50th percentile while those earning $50,000 were in the 73rd. $100,000 of earned income placed you in the 92nd percentile, while $250,000 put you in the 98th percentile and $310,000 placed you in the top 1 percent.

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Thank you to everyone who attended the 53rd Annual Fish Fry on March 18. It was a great event for Home Builders Care. A big thanks to Jay Dietz, Kristie Eid, Terry Lipp, Sylvia Lunski and Robin Swanson for working with HBA Director of Development & Education Jenny Erickson and me to plan such a fun event. Check out the May issue for a recap.

Workforce Development updates

Erickson joined HBA members to attend a meeting of the North Dakota State College of Science Building Construction Technology advisory committee in early March. At this meeting, enrollment in the programs was discussed and it is very concerning that NDSCS has also seen a downward trend in enrollment. This news is coming on the heels of the announcement that Minnesota State Community & Technical College will no longer have a carpentry program. It seems the answer to this downward trend is to change our recruitment tactics. Your HBA staff and leadership are meeting frequently with area schools, other associations and businesses to help come up with a solution. We are not the only industry seeing this trend. M State continues to evaluate how best to offer its programs. After a year hiatus of the plumbing program, it will be starting back up in the fall, but in a different way. Schools have to be creative with their use of evening classes, online training and classroom time to best serve students and the building industry. This year, we are launching a new relationship with Fargo Public Schools and the city of Fargo on a house project. For many years, the city of Fargo has worked with Fargo Public Schools to have construction technology II students build a home on an infill lot. The project is funded mainly by a Housing Urban Development Grant and by Fargo Public Schools. This year, it was determined that more help is needed to support a project that gives Fargo students in both public and private school settings to get hands-on experience. Home Builders Care was brought on to help supplement the project and to bring more awareness. With that in mind, we are planning to work with the Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades to have the students build the garage for the house project. Building a garage gives the students similar experiences as building sheds, which they previously did. We will continue to rely on contractor support to work side-by-side with the students. Don’t forget to participate in our “Adopt A Student” program and sponsor a Herdina Academy student for $75. This sponsorship helps keep the cost to students at only $25. Your sponsorship helps us put on a great camptype of experience to encourage students to enter the construction field.

Bob Kochmann Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc. HBC President

Home Builders Care Foundation of Fargo-Moorhead 1802 32nd Avenue South Fargo, ND 58103 Phone: (701) 232-5846 www.hbcfm.com

Home Builders Care Foundation was created in 1993 by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead. It is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit charitable organization.

It was established with funds donated by HBA members, fundraising events and the HBA itself. The purpose for its creation was to provide an outlet for the builder, remodeler, and companies related to the building industry to show the community that there is more to the building industry than demolition, construction and remodeling. The HBA handles the administratvie duties for the foundation at no charge. Any contribution designated to the foundation goes directly to the foundation and its charitable work. Address inquiries to Jenny Erickson 1802 32nd Ave. S. Fargo, ND 58103 Phone: (701) 232-5846 jenny@hbafm.com

PRESIDENT

Bob Kochmann, Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc.

VICE PRESIDENT

Casey Beckerleg, Stenerson Lumber

SECRETARY

Monica Hart, Monica Hart Interior Design

TREASURER

Randy Cramer, NAI North Central

TRUSTEES

Grace Backman, Eastern Dakota Housing Alliance, Inc. Dan Beecher, Foam Doctor’s, LLC Carlita Dietz, Jay Dietz Construction, Inc. Kristie Eid, Eid-Co Buildings, Inc. Perry Eidem, Allied Building Products Corp. Ryan Johnson, Monarch Homes, LLC Sylvia Lunski, Design Direction, Inc. Brad Morris, Casselton Lumber Dustin Murray, Dustin Murray Construction

PAST PRESIDENT

Dan Parrow, ISR Homes

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2016 Legislative Conference continued from page 12

to encourage production of housing for less fortunate families. Address soaring health costs. Enable small businesses to help employees with healthcare costs through the use of Health Reimbursement Arrangements. Sen. Heitkamp was the lead sponsor on this bill and we thanked her for her work! Enact housing finance reform. The nation needs federal back-stop that provides for a reliable and adequate flow of affordable housing credit in all economic and financial condition. Our voices were heard thanks to the many members that took time away from their business and partake in these important meetings. Thank you to all the volunteers and the National Delegation for meeting with us. Kim Schneider NDAB Executive Officer Advocacy, Resources continued from page 12

The attorney general is the chief legal counsel and advisor to state government in North Dakota. He represents and defends the interests of the state of North Dakota in civil and criminal actions. He may take legal action to protect the state’s rights, defend the actions of state officials, and ensure public order. State law prohibits the attorney general and his staff from providing legal advice to, or representing, members of the public. As you can see, by building relationships with our elected officials at local, state, and national levels, NDAB gives a voice to our members, as well as many valuable resources. We plan to continue providing this service and look forward to hosting additional opportunities like Bringing Housing Home in the future. My final takeaway of the event is a key philosophy that Stenehjem shared during our visit. He and his office constantly encourage North Dakotans to “Do business locally, and with people that you know.” Our board appreciates this sound advice as NDAB members represent and employ 77,000 people across our state. We know you are all invested in your communities and in your state. So be confident when promoting your business! Arnold Karsky NDAB President

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Number 1-‘Chilly’ Cook-Off Fans Take Home the Top Award

by Allison Weckman, Senior Events & Marketing Coordinator Just like Leonardo DiCaprio finally won his Oscar this year, long-time ‘Chilly’ Cook-Off supporters Diana and Denis Stead, Stone Holding Company, won the 2016 Golden Ladle Award. If you missed it on the cover of last month’s issue, the Steads are super-fans of the HBA’s ‘Chilly’ Cook-off and have not only been actively participating, but also dressing up for the event the past couple of years. This year Stone Holding Company hosted the event and the duo brought their “A” game. Their entry, “Verde Chili” took first place and the reaction to the news couldn’t have been better, as Denis jumped out of his chair to accept the award! The evening also saw the addition of a dessert competition to celebrate the HBA’s 60th Anniversary. There were seven dessert entries and the Events Committee has decided to keep it as a part of the ‘Chilly’ Cook-off going forward. Thank you to Stone Holding Company for hosting the event and Stone Countertop Outlet for sponsoring the beverages – an important component to chili tasting. We also want to thank those who attended and cast their votes. Diana Stead, Stone Holding Company, and Joyce Balstad, Stone Countertop Outlet, hosted and sponsored the ‘Chilly’ Cook-Off

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WINNERS

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REMODELERS COUNCIL CHAIRPERSON LETTER

New Incentives for Remodeled Home Tour

The Remodeled Home Tour is your secret weapon to reaching consumers! Whether you are a remodeler, landscaper, deckbuilder, interior designer or mason, there is an opportunity for you to attract the consumers you are looking for at this unique event. The tour is scheduled for Sept. 24-25 which is also the second weekend of the Fall Parade of Homes. This means your project could be available for thousands of consumers to view. With Fall approaching so quickly, now is the time to find those projects from the past or look at putting future projects on the tour. New to the tour this fall is a mobile app. This app will allow you to upload photos of your work, let consumers map out their route and take notes. Another new piece of the tour is the free night’s stay at the Courtyard by Marriot in Moorhead for the home owners of the first ten projects on the Tour. If home owners are worried about staying in their homes the Saturday of the tour and keeping things clean, you can offer them and their family the option to stay in a hotel if you are one of the first ten registrations! Registration applications will be mailed this month with a new early bird rate available until June 24. Applications will have a regular registration deadline of July 15. Now is the time to be getting home owners on board for the tour. Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 for more details on the event. Sponsorships are also available for this great event!

Diana Stead Stone Holding Company Remodelers Council Chair

HBA of F-M Remodelers Council 1802 32nd Ave. S. Fargo, ND 58103 Phone: (701) 232-5846 www.hbafm.com Address inquiries to Sami Eidenschink 1802 32nd Ave. S. Fargo, ND 58103 Phone: (701) 232-5846 sami@hbafm.com

MEMBERS

ABC Seamless Accent Contracting ACME TOOLS Allied Building Products Corp. Allied Build & Remodel Arvig Authentic Green Solutions Braaten Cabinets Inc. Crane Johnson Lumber Company Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc. Dave Anderson Construction Design Direction, Inc. Dustin Murray Construction Fargo Linoleum Company Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Showroom Fiske Construction, LLP Foam Doctor’s, LLC Granites Unlimited Home Heating, Plumbing & A/C, Inc. Homemakers Villa Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc. Lake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity Laney’s, Inc. Luxury Builders/Designs Minnkota Windows, Inc. Norandex Opp Construction Paul Davis Restoration & Remodeling of the Red River Valley Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area, Inc. Red River Electric, Inc. RRC Specialties, Inc. Showplace Kitchens Simonson Lumber Smart Spaces, Inc. Stenerson Lumber Stone Countertop Outlet Stone Holding Company Stone Ridge Builders, Inc. Syverson Tile & Stone Twin City Garage Door, Inc.

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The HBA of F-M has a new member of the team!

Gabby Maddock is the new communications intern for the spring semester. Maddock is a senior at North Dakota State University majoring in public relations and advertising. She is originally from Grand Forks, N.D. In her downtime, Maddock enjoys many different activities such as watching movies and sports, and traveling. Her favorite activity however, is spending time with her friends and family.

City of Fargo spring load restrictions began March 4

Effective March 4 the city of Fargo imposed Class A and Class 1 load restrictions on various roads throughout town. Class A restrictions are defined as follows: • Single Axle: 18,000 lbs • Tandem Axle: 32,000 lbs 16,000 lbs per axle • 3 Axles or more: 42,000 lbs 14,000 lbs per axle • Gross Vehicle Weight: 80,000 lbs Class 1 restrictions are defined as follows: • Single Axle: 15,000 lbs • Tandem Axle: 30,000 lbs 15,000 lbs per axle • 3 Axles or more: 36,000 lbs 12,000 lbs per axle • Gross Vehicle weight: 80,000 lbs Restrictions shall remain in effect until pavement subgrade conditions warrant removal, generally the first or middle part of May. Permit applications for weights in excess of restrictions shall be in writing and submitted to the Fargo city engineer, 200 3rd St. N., Fargo, ND, 58102. The Truck Route Map and roads that are affected by spring load restrictions can be viewed online at www.fargotruckroutes.com.

Remodelers Council Picnic set for May 20

The Remodelers Council celebrates May as National Home Remodeling Month and is hosting a free barbecue May 20 at the HBA of F-M, 1802 32nd Ave. S., Fargo. The picnic runs 11 a.m.1 p.m. The Council welcomes employees of all member companies and anyone interested in joining the council. The local Remodelers Council is affiliated with NAHB’s Remodelers Council and has its own dues structure. It represents and serves the interest of its remodeling industry members, providing information, certification, education and recognition of programs geared toward keeping members competitive. Contact Sami Eidenschink at (701) 232-5846 or sami@hbafm. com to attend the picnic or with any questions.

2016 Remodeled Home Tour

Mark your calanders! The Remodeled Home Tour is Sept. 24-25. Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonw@hbafm.com for details and pricing. See page 30 for additional details on the Tour.

Mark your calendar for 2016 Golf Outing, sign up now for sponsorships

The 2016 Golf Outing is around the corner. Make sure to mark your calendar for this fun event on July 12 and Sept. 13. The Golf Outing is a great time to network with other members. While you are thinking about it, sponsor this well-attended event for great exposure. Sponsorships are available ranging from $250 - $4,000. Check out the insert included with this issue for sponsorship options and contact Allison Weckman at allisonw@ hbafm.com for details.

additional educational opportunities. In addition to adopting a student, Home Builders Care Foundation, HBA of F-M, and Minnesota State Community and Technical College need the help and support of contractors and trades people from all areas. The student application will be available soon, watch the Herdina Facebook page for updates; www.hbafm. com/Herdina.

2016 dues deductibility statement

2016 dues payments to the HBA of F-M are not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes. However, dues payments may be deductible as ordinary and necessary business expenses, subject to exclusion for lobbying activity. Because a portion of your dues is used for lobbying by National Association of Home Builders, North Dakota Association of Builders and HBA of F-M, the following portion is not deductible for income tax purposes for • Builder and Associate members: 13.13 percent of the total dues or $68.96. (Jan 1 – March 31> • Builder and Associate members: 12.96 percent of the total dues or $71.29. (April 1 – Dec 31) • Remodelers Council members: 12.58 percent of the total dues or $8.80. • Affiliate members: 12.11 percent of the total dues or $6.05.

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For $75, you can support a high school student as he or she explores the world of construction. The Academy allows students to interact with members of the construction industry and experience a variety of construction activities. Students that attend this two-week session in June are often solidifying their interest in the building industry and making plans to pursue

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APRIL AT A GLANCE

April 5 Public Issues Committee April 7 Education Committee April 8 Events Committee

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April 12 Board of Directors Meeting

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April 28 - May 1 Parade of Homes

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2016 Member Meetings 2016 Member Meetings Sponsorship Opportunities Sponsorship Opportunities

The Home Builders Association of Fargo‐Moorhead proposes the following Sponsorship for the 2016 Member Meetings. It is agreed that the Sponsor will pay the appropriate amount for the sponsorship upon commitment. Gold Event Silver Event Dessert Annual Table Sponsor Sponsor Sponsor Sponsor $1,000 $750 $500 $400 1 available 3 available 2 available 10 available Logo on event invitation x (Large) x (Medium) x (Small) Logo on signage at event x (Large) x (Medium) x (Small) x (Small) Logo on projection screens at event x (Large) x (Medium) x (Small) x (Small) (not applicable for Parade of Homes Celebration) Logo on program x (Large) x (Medium) x (Small) x (Small) Recognition in Plains Builder x x x x Opportunity to provide promotional materials x x Complimentary tickets 4 2 Opportunity to set‐up display at event x Complimentary web ad x Company highlight in Plains Builder x Sponsorship Level: Gold Event Silver Event Dessert Annual Table Member Meeting: New Year Celebration, Jan. 28, 2016 Parade of Homes Celebration, May 12, 2016 Awards Gala, Oct. 27, 2016 It is understood that this agreement is non‐cancelable. Signature: ___________________________________________ Name (please print): ___________________________________ Title: ________________________________________________ Company: ___________________________________________ Date: _______________________________________________ HBA of F‐M staff signature: _____________________________ Date: ______________________________________

Join us for the

Parade of Homes Celebration! 5-8 pm Thursday, May 12, at the Holiday Inn Would you like to host a game at the Parade of Homes Celebration? Games will be set-up around the room for attendees to participate in throughout the evening.

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The HBA of FM is looking for members to host games at the Parade of Homes Celebration. We are also looking for door prizes for all attendees to win. Yes, I would like to Host a Game at the Parade of Homes Celebration. Game:

Prize:

Yes, I would like to Donate a Door Prize. Item: Company Name: Signature:

Date:

Questions? Contact Allison at allisonw@hbafm.com or (701) 232-5846.

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