2015 October 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 | October 2015

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Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead 1802 32nd Avenue South Fargo, ND 58103 Phone: (701) 232-5846 Fax: (701) 280-1108 www.hbafm.com info@hbafm.com Publisher Bryce Johnson Editor Krista Mund Coordination, Design and Production Chelsea Smith

The Plains Builder is published 12 times per year by the Home Builders Association of F-M 1802 32nd Avenue South Fargo, ND 58103 It is mailed or emailed to all members of the HBA of F-M Address editorial inquiries to Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead 1802 32nd Avenue South Fargo, ND 58103 Phone: (701) 232-5846 Fax: (701) 280-1108 info@hbafm.com Subscription rate for members is $15, which is included in annual dues The Home Builders Association does not accept responsibility for or endorse any statements or claims made by advertisers or authors of any articles ASSOCIATION STAFF Office Coordinator Tahra Doll Membership & Marketing Coordinator Sami Eidenschink Director of Development & Education Jenny Erickson Executive Vice President Bryce Johnson Communications Manager Krista Mund Director of Accounting & Records Amanda Ohlsen Communications Coordinator Chelsea Smith Senior Events & Marketing Coordinator Allison Weckman

2015 HBA of F-M Executive Committee and Board of Directors President and National Director Clay Dietrich , Dietrich Homes, Inc. President Elect and National Director Tom Spaeth, Accent Contracting Treasurer Tyrone Leslie, Heritage Homes Associate Vice President and National Director John Koerselman, Red River Drywall & Painting Services, Inc. Secretary Paul Krabbenhoft, Coldwell Banker First Realty Past President and National Director Carlita Dietz, Jay Dietz Construction, Inc. Directors Jason Eid, Eid-Co Buildings, Inc. Harry Gilbertson, Harry Gilbertson Construction Darrick Guthmiller (National Director), Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc. Ursula Hegvik, Smart Spaces, Inc. Kimberly Krueger Tehan, Krueger Construction, Inc. Terry Lipp, Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Showroom Sylvia Lunski, Design Direction, Inc. Dustin Murray, Dustin Murray Construction Gary Orth, Cornerstone Specialties, Inc. Todd Rasmussen, Valley Lights Broc Roberson, Stone Ridge Builders, Inc. Robin Swanson, Superior Insurance Ex-officios to the board of directors Senior Life Director Gerald Eid, Eid-Co Buildings, Inc. Life Director and NDAB State Representative John Gunkelman, Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc.

Life Director and NDAB Associate National Director Ken Krajsa, Bell State Bank & Trust Life Director and NDAB Treasurer Dan Lindquist, Dan Lindquist Construction, Inc. Life Directors Don Dabbert, Jr., Dabbert Custom Homes, Inc. John Mahan, Mahan Construction, Inc.

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Upcoming Education Opportunities for HBA of F-M Members

DEPARTMENTS

HBA of F-M Home & Garden Show Committee Works to Refresh 2016 Show

6 Letter From the HBA of

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North Dakota State College of Science Students Earn Experience While Building for a Good Cause

Awards Gala & Annual Meeting, Hear National Association of Home Builders CEO Jerry Howard Speak

5 News Briefs F-M President

12 Letter from the North

Dakota Association of Builders

14 Letter from the Builders

Association of Minnesota

Letter From the HBC Foundation President New Member Report

NEWS BRIEFS

Hires & Promotions

Bell State Bank and Trust has hired Tim How as marketing content writer and Travis Riffey as a credit officer. The bank has also promoted Bethany DeSautel to vice president/private banking officer and Katrina Tollefson to assistant branch manager. Eric Miller has joined Capital Credit Union as a mortgage loan officer and business development specialist. Jordan Kraft has joined Dawson Insurance as a group implementation specialist and Melissa Setzer has joined the agency as a commercial lines account assistant. Tray Perkins has joined Eide Bailly LLP as a tax associate. He is currently working toward his accounting degree from Post University in Waterbury, Conn., and has an associate degree from American Military University, Charleston, W.Va. Amanda Goodman has joined the staff of Fiebiger, Swanson, West & Co. as an accounting technician in the firm’s Moorhead office. North Dakota State College of Science, Wahpeton, has hired Sandi Gilbertson as executive director of human resources. Brooke Ames has joined Western State Bank as assistant vice president/mortgage loan processing manager. She previously worked as a mortgage processing supervisor at Bell State Bank & Trust, Fargo, and worked in real estate and business banking at First International Bank & Trust. Western Products, Inc. has hired Grant Hagan as a sales and marketing specialist and Ryan Selk as an accounting assistant for All New Gutter. Widmer Roel PC promoted Erin Shaw to senior staff accountant in the tax department, and Jon Christianson and Spencer Nordman to senior staff accountants in the audit department.

Honors & Officers

Bell State Bank & Trust was named among the top winners of a marketing contest among member banks of the Independent Community Bankers of America. The bank’s entry was judged in the top ten for the nation’s best community bank marketing campaigns. More than 6,000 community banks throughout the nation were eligible to be part of ICBA’s list, and the association sought nominations throughout June. The top 1ten community banks were chosen based on their marketing and branding campaigns’ quality of design, integration of components, overall execution, goal achievement and the initiative as a whole. Paul Krabbenhoft of Coldwell Banker First Realty has received the Distinguished Service Award, the most prestigious award of the Fargo-Moorhead Area Association of Realtors. This award recognizes those whose outstanding contributions of time, effort and passion for the industry have enabled the association to better serve its members and the community. Starion Financial has earned a five-star “superior” rating for second quarter 2015 from BauerFinancial, the nation’s leading independent bank and credit union rating firm. Star ratings are released quarterly and assigned on a scale of 0 to 5 stars, with 5 being the strongest. Ratings are based on the overall financial picture of the financial institution. BauerFinancial has been reporting on and analyzing the performance of U.S. banks and credit unions since 1983. The ratings are independent, meaning no institution is able to pay to be rated or excluded. Peter Johnson, executive mortgage officer at Town & Country Credit Union, has been designated by Minnesota Housing as a Platinum Top Producing Loan Officer for production in the first six months of 2015. Minnesota Housing honors loan officers for their exemplary work achieved offering Minnesota Housing programs.

HBA of F-M unveils new website

The HBA of F-M has upgraded to a new and improved website, see it for yourself at www.hbafm.com. Member logins have changed, so if you are no longer able to login to the members-only section of the website, please contact Tahra Doll at (701) 232-5846 or tahra@hbafm.com Website advertising is available for 2016. Promote your business to consumers and members of the HBA of F-M all in one place! If you are interested in advertising on the new HBA of F-M website, please contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonw@hbafm.com

Please return board ballots, directory verification forms

The HBA will mail ballots to the membership to elect directors for its 2016 board. Please be sure to fill these out promptly and mail back to the office in the provided envelope by noon Oct. 26. Faxes and copies cannot be accepted. The HBA has also mailed verification forms for the 2016 Membership Directory & Consumer Guide. These are due back by Oct. 9 for your company to be listed in the directory. You may also update your listing online. Contact the office at (701) 232-5846 or tahra@hbafm.com, if you have any questions.

HBA of F-M hires communications intern

The HBA of F-M has hired Jason LaMoine as its communications intern for fall semester. LaMoine is originally from East Grand Forks, Minn., and is a senior at Minnesota State University-Moorhead studying advertising, public relations and film production. He previously interned with EcoChic Boutique and works in the office at the School of Communication and Journalism at MSUM and at Sam’s Club. In his spare time, LaMoine likes to spend time with friends and family.

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LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT

HBA Welcomes NAHB CEO to Annual Meeting I would like to personally invite you to our Oct. 29 Awards Gala and Annual

Meeting. You won’t want to miss our keynote speaker, National Association of Home Builders Chief Executive Officer Jerry Howard. I have personally heard Jerry speak at several NAHB meetings and his words are always informative and inspiring. This is a prime opportunity to learn from one of our national leaders as he gives an update from the NAHB Fall Board of Directors meeting and talks about the current state of the industry, politics in Washington, D.C., and the presidential election. He will also take questions from our members via our polling software that we’ve been using at previous meetings. Jerry is an interesting and dynamic speaker with wonderful insight to our industry on a national scale. In addition to our HBA of F-M members, we welcome all in the real estate industry as well as our city staff and elected officials who are interested in hearing what Jerry has to say. Visit the calendar at www.hbafm.com to register before space runs out, or call the office at (701) 232-5846. A little more about Jerry: he has over 25 years of association experience and a lifetime in the housing industry. He began his association career at the National Association of Realtors, and continued on with the National Council of State Housing Agencies where he was instrumental in the development of the low-income housing tax credit as part of the Tax Reform Act of 1986. He came to NAHB as tax counsel in 1988 and served in a variety of roles, including chief lobbyist. Jerry was promoted to executive vice president and CEO in February 2001. Before embarking on his association career, Jerry practiced real estate law in his home state of South Carolina. His exposure to the housing industry has literally encompassed a lifetime as he grw up working a variety of roles for his father, who was a developer. Jerry earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Vermont and his doctorate from the University of South Carolina. He, his wife Christina and their children Eirann, Meaghan and Sean live in Virginia, just outside of Washington, D.C.

Back your PAC

Speaking of our national association, BUILD-PAC is a powerful tool on the national level to help us keep building industry issues on the forefront of the minds of lawmakers. BUILD-PAC contributions are important to the home building industry and supporting pro-housing candidates. By giving to the NAHB’s political action committee, BUILD-PAC, you are investing in the future of your business. With even a small donation of just $20, you will personally help make homebuilding stronger. There are many contribution levels available. It is a non-partisan PAC. Check out www.nahb.org to contribute or contact Chelsea Smith at (701) 232-5846 or chelsea@hbafm.com.

HBA, HBC debut new web presence

Everyone at the HBA was excited to debut the Association’s new website at www. hbafm.com, and the Foundation’s new site at www.hbcfm.com, last month. We hope you like the new look and features, and take some time to explore the membersonly area. If you need help logging in, contact Tahra Doll at (701) 232-5846 or tahra@hbafm.com.

October at a glance

Oct. 5 Parade of Homes Committee

Oct. 6 Education Committee Oct. 6 Public Issues

Committee

Oct. 9 Events Committee Oct. 12 Membership

Committee

Oct. 12 Executive Committee Oct. 13 HBA Board of

Directors Meeting

Oct. 20-21 Green Building

for Building Professionals

Oct. 22 Advanced Green Building: Project Management Oct. 22 Health Plan

Management Committee

Oct. 23 Business Management for Building Professionals

Oct. 29 HBA of F-M Awards

Gala & Annual Meeting

Clay Dietrich, HBA President Dietrich Homes, Inc. 6

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HBA of F-M Member of the Month, Dan Beecher

by Sami Eidenschink, Membership & Marketing Coordinator Every member of the HBA of F-M offers a great deal of value to our Association. Out of all the members the HBA staff recognize 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. We would like to congratulate Dan Beecher, Foam Doctor’s, LLC, for being chosen as October’s Member of the Month. Foam Doctor’s, LLC, has been a long time member of the HBA and owner Beecher has not hesitated on involving himself in Association activities. He is a part of the Remodeler’s Council as well as the Home Builders Care Foundation Board of Trustees. Beyond that, Beecher has been the HBA’s grillmaster for various member events and supported the efforts of the HBA throughout his membership. He says being a part of the Association is important because it is a great way to focus on finding a solution to the workforce issues facing the homebuilding industry. He wants to encourage young people to choose a career in the industry and know it is a worthwhile career. When Beecher isn’t working he enjoys spending time with his family whether they are attending Bison games or just spending time with each other. Beecher and the other five members selected as “Member of the Month” this year will be nominated for the Extra Mile Award. This award will be presented to one of them at the Awards Gala & Annual Meeting. See page 9 for nominees. Please join us Oct. 29 to support the achievements of our members throughout the year. This event will also feature special guest speaker, National Association of Home Builders CEO Jerry Howard. For more details see page 29.

Favorite Color: Blue Last Vacation/Trip: Frisco, Texas to watch the Bison win another championship My Hometown: Albertville, Minn. If I won the lottery: I would take my whole family on a trip

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HBA of F-M August 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. As of press time, September wasn’t over yet, so we’re always a month behind. Thank you for your understanding! • Along with the city of Oxbow, HBA of F-M was successful in prompting a clarification from a federal judge involving cessation of work on Oxbow's ring dike and relocation homes. • Hosted the HBA's Family Picnic/Associate Appreciation, welcoming over 125 members and their families for a free picnic of grilled burgers, hot dogs, potato salad, chips and all the fixin's!

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Attended Fargo's Brown Bag Lunch presentation involving results of the city's housing study. Attended Fargo's Land Development Code Task Force meeting. In addition to education and special meetings, five committees came together for regular monthly meetings. Attended the Business Leaders Flood Task Force addressing activities to secure permanent flood protection and the F-M Diversion. Continued working on plans for potentially constructing a new building with the Building Task Force. Attended the Northern Region Association of Safety Professionals' meeting. Transitioned to a new Association management software and new website, which was launched in September! Hired two new staff members to fill the office coordinator and membership & marketing coordinator positions. Hosted a hands-on lunch session for ten members which taught them how to set up and maximize their profiles on popular social network, Houzz. Attended The Chamber's Women Connect featuring a keynote by Joanna Slominski of Mortensen Tahra Doll, Office Coordinator Sami Eidenschink, Membership & Construction. Marketing Coordinator Met with the city of West Fargo to facilitate involvement for the League of Cities event coming to the Red River Valley in September. Hosted a meeting of the Joint Special Assessments Task Force to facilitate dialogue with Fargo Auditor Steve Sprague. Attended Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND's Affordable Care Act workshop for employers. Met with Fargo's engineering department on the city's Overdimensional Vehicle Policy. Attended an informational meeting for the Fargo City Commission on progress being made regarding the F-M Diversion.

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25 Year Members

A & R Roofing Co., Inc. D & U Construction, Inc. DECKMASTERS Dittmer Concrete, Inc. Eide Bailly LLP Electro Watchman, Inc. Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Showroom Hanlon Construction Hintz Fire Equipment, Inc. J L Shelving, Inc. Magnum Electric, Inc. Midland Garage Door, Mfg. Co. NetWork Center, Inc. Norandex Pella Windows & Doors Piepkorn's, Inc. RE/MAX Realty 1 Roers Construction and Development, Inc. USI Insurance Services Wayne Welle Construction & Cabinetry, Inc. Western Products, Inc.

Extra Mile Nominees

Dustin Murray, Dustin Murray Construction Dan Beecher, Foam Doctor’s LLC Errin Bjerke, JW Kitchens Scott Persoon, Camrud Foss Concrete Stacey Herbel, Gate City Bank Shawn Nelson, Crane Johnson Lumber Company

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Education Committee Provides Opportunities for Members The HBA of F-M, along with the state and national

associations, works hard to provide timely opportunities to give members information as fast as possible. We urge you to look at what we, as an Association, offer and explore how you can better your professionalism by keeping on top of the requirements as well as taking advantage of the opportunities we provide.

Lunch Sessions

On the local level, our lunch session program has been a fixture at the HBA for about nine years. Classes are offered over the lunch hour each month covering everything from codes updates to blower door tests to construction liens and OSHA standards. Topics for the rest of the year include best cold-weather construction practices and a presentation of the new housing study.

N.D. Professional Builder, NDAB offerings

On the state level, you can earn your North Dakota Professional Builder designation by completing seven hours of continuing education each year and paying a fee. Most of HBA’s local programs qualify. An NDPB designation is a great way to market your company and professionalism to fellow members and consumers. Check out our NAHB classes which are approved for NDPB credits. Learn more at www.ndbuild. com or call (800) 326-4746.

National designations

On the national level, there are many designations that members can earn through the National Association of Home Builders. Visit www.nahb.org/designations for a full list. The HBA is offering NAHB education this October. See the next page for more information. To see a list of professionals with home building designations in the F-M area, see page 23.

Safety classes

North Dakota Workforce Safety Insurance is currently offering a free online OSHA 10 hour course for North Dakota employers. If you are interested in providing an OSHA 10 hour class for your employees, contact wsi10hour@nd.gov to determine eligibility.

Minnesota State Community & Technical College is currently working on a mobile, safety-training trailer. This option will be open to the HBA as well as employers to utilize to offer safety training. Contact Jenny Erickson if you are interested in this opportunity.

Minnesota contractor continuing education

Your HBA is planning its menu of classes for Minnesota contractor continuing education classes are scheduled for Jan. 15 and Feb. 19. Mark your calendars and look for more information soon.

Plumbing contractor continuing education

In early 2016, we’ll offer continuing education for Minnesota plumbers. Watch for details soon.

Electrical, power limited technician contractor continuing education

The HBA will, once again, hold a continuing education class for electrical contractors in January and a course for power limited technicians in March. Look for more details soon!

Lead paint regulations

As of April 22, 2010, the Environmental Protection Agency requires all renovations disturbing painted surfaces in pre1978 homes must be done by a certified lead renovator. This includes, but is not limited to, modification, repair, sanding, scraping, removal of building component, window replacement, weatherization, etc. Certified renovators must go through eight hours of training by an EPA-certified instructor. On top of that, the company must also submit a firm application to the EPA along with a $300 fee. Your HBA has scheduled refresher classes for March 23 and May 12, 2016. Four-hour morning and afternoon sessions will be offered each day. Individuals who received certification on or before March 31, 2010, now have until March 31, 2016, to be recertified. Individual renovators who received certification between April 1, 2010, and March 31, 2011, will have one year added to their five-year certification. If you are interested in joining the HBA’s Education Committee, contact Jenny Erickson at (701) 232-5846 or jenny@hbafm.com. You are always welcome to “try out” the committee. Come for a meeting or two and then you can decide if you want to commit. The committee meets at 8 a.m. the first Tuesday of each month. Check out the calendar at www.hbafm.com for upcoming meetings dates.

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Upcoming Education Opportunities for HBA of F-M Members Lunch Session: Building Officials Roundtable

WHEN: 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Oct. 15 WHERE: HBA of F-M, 1802 32nd Ave. S., Fargo COST: $10 (includes lunch) Meet with the building officials from Dilworth, Fargo, Moorhead and West Fargo. They will be sharing information they want the building industry to know and members have the opportunity to ask questions.

NAHB Green Building for Building Professionals WHEN: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Oct. 20-21 WHERE: HBA of F-M, 1802 32nd Ave. S., Fargo COST: Member, $299; Non Member, $599 Implementing cost-effective green building into your construction practices begins with up-front planning that examines the wholehouse and the building science behind it. In this two-day course, you will learn how to apply green building practices in the construction of a new home, remodel, site development or multifamily project. With a focus on flexibility, a sound knowledge base and costeffective solutions, the course provides the tools for a successful green project, including a review of the newly revised ICC 700-2012 National Green Building Standard®. As a graduate of this course, you will learn how to: • Integrate sound building science principles and a whole-house approach into the design, construction and remodeling process • Address water, resource and energy efficiency as well as indoor environmental quality in your projects • Examine specific green building practices in each chapter of the ICC 700-2012 National Green Building Standard® • Market and sell in the expanding green home marketplace Designations: CGA, CGB, CGP, GMR, Master CGP, Master CSP. Continuing education credits: CAPS, CGA, CGB, CGR, GMB, CSP, Master CSP, CMP, MIRM continuing education hours: 12.0

NAHB Advanced Green Building: Project Management

WHEN: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Oct. 22 WHERE: Cass County Electric Cooperative, 3312 42nd St. S., Fargo COST: Member, $199; Non Member, $399 Boost production efficiency and customer satisfaction in this one-day course by learning how to integrate greenbuilding tasks and certification (NGBS, LEED, etc.) into a streamlined project management process. Combining Project Management Institute (PMI) concepts with the “whole-

house” approach to building, this course identifies important systems, documents and communication strategies. It is highly recommended that the Green Building for Building Professionals course be taken prior to this, or that an attendee has a basic understanding of green certification programs and how they work. By completing this course, you will be able to: • Describe how project management processes apply to green builders, remodelers and developers. • Integrate certification for the ANSI-approved National Green Building Standard® into project management processes. • Utilize green project management to increase operational efficiency and improve the bottom line. • Identify ways to decrease the potential liabilities associated with green building.

NAHB Business Management for Building Professionals

WHEN: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Oct. 23 WHERE: HBA of F-M, 1802 32nd Ave. S., Fargo COST: Member, $199; Non Member, $399 Learn the management skills that give industry leaders the edge. This course will give you a solid foundation for managing small to medium size building/remodeling and service companies. This course explains critical elements from planning to evaluating progress and presents practical tips and tools for managing a business successfully. You’ll get a solid grasp of business best practices and practical tools of value whether you are a new or experienced business owner. As a graduate of this course, you will be able to: • Identify common business challenges and ways to overcome them. • Describe the three basic functional areas of a business. • Describe how to plan effectively for achieving business success. • Describe the organization and processes that a company needs to have in place to run efficiently. • Identify methods for recruiting, interviewing, training and retaining quality personnel. Identify performance tools to help you achieve success. • Identify methods for evaluating your progress. This course qualifies for: Designations: CAPS, CGA, CGB, CGP, CGR, Master CGP, Master CSP Continuing education credits: CAPS, CGA, CGB, CGR, GMB, CSP, Master CSP, CMP, MIRM

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NORTH DAKOTA ASSOCIATION OF BUILDERS

Get Your Home Ready for Fall This month I would like to draw

attention to some simple and effective ways to ready your home for the cold months ahead. Energy.gov is a great resource for ideas and LeRoy Kurtyka directions for preparing your homes NDAB President and businesses to take advantage of energy saving opportunities. So, put on your work gloves and enjoy the last weeks of nice weather.

1. CLEAN OUT THE GUTTERS

All the leaves and grime that you neglected while you were out swimming, hiking, or riding your bicycle this summer have built up in your gutters. If left full of debris, clogged gutters and drains can form ice dams that prevent your drainage systems from working properly. This can lead to water seeping into your home, which—as seen in the Conquering Moisture blog— can lead to all sorts of issues and extra energy costs. Save yourself the hassle of repairing a leak by simply cleaning your gutters and drains now. When you do, run water through the gutters to check for misalignments that could also cause water damage.

2. KEEP THE OUTSIDE AIR OUT AND THE INSIDE AIR IN We talk about this a lot, but it is hugely important for your energy savings to ensure there are no air leaks in your home. Warm air will escape out of any cracks and can make your heating system work harder and cost you more to heat your home. Use caulk to seal cracks and openings between stationary house components like a door frame and weatherstripping to seal components that move like an operable window.

3. SHOW SOME TLC TO YOUR FURNACE

Your furnace may be a distant memory since you last powered it on, but before the cold weather descends and you must reluctantly switch it on, give it some TLC. Clean your furnace annually each autumn. Sediment build-up can cause your system to work less efficiently or potentially become a fire-hazard. Cleaning your system and getting it inspected will reduce the risks. During the winter try to change your filter regularly; a dirty filter will decrease air flow and energy-efficiency. And if your furnace is ready to be replaced, buy an energy-efficient model. It will save you money and energy each month!

4. GET YOUR DUCTS IN A ROW

Your ducts are often times out of sight, out of mind, tucked away in the attic or basement, but a home with central heating can lose about 20 percent of the air that moves through the duct system. Make sure your ducts are in order by properly sealing and insulating them. Tightly sealed and insulated ducts can potentially reduce your annual energy bills by $120 or more!

Time to Gather September brought representatives

from across the state to Dallas for the 2015 Fall National Association of Home Builders Board of Directors meetings. NAHB board members from across the nation gathered for updates on legislative and regulatory initiatives and listened to an expanded economic forecast for the construction industry. In addition, board members Kim Schneider NDAB Executive Officer attended committee meetings to prepare to make recommendations to the association’s leadership. The group also gathered with fellow Area 10 members from Minnesota, South Dakota, Iowa and Wisconsin to hear updates on what is happening in each state, discuss PAC and fund-raising opportunities as well as meet new members and employees. It wasn’t all hard work as some of our members had the opportunity to attend a Dallas Cowboys football game, others went golfing and many enjoyed the great BBQ that Dallas has to offer. In the end, it was another great week of learning and networking opportunities. The next big event that NAHB hosts is the 2016 International Builders Show (IBS) and Annual Meeting of the Membership, slated for Jan. 19-21 in Las Vegas. IBS is the biggest light construction show in the country and, for NAHB members, the centerpiece of Design & Construction Week. IBS is also the time for NAHB’s annual meeting, when the election of our national leadership takes place, as well as dozens of meetings, awards presentations, and other special events to celebrate the achievements of members all over the country. IBS is one of the best-attended events from representative from across North Dakota and we invite you to join us. Registration is now open and you can learn more by visiting www.buildersshow. com In between these two great events, NDAB will be hosting their Annual Banquet and board of directors meeting Dec. 3-4 in Dickinson, N.D. We invite you to join us on Dec. 4 while we install new State President Arnold Karsky (Dickinson), celebrate and thank outgoing President LeRoy Kurtyka (Grand Forks), install our new directors and celebrate our past year’s achievements as we toast the upcoming year. More information on this great event will be forthcoming and we look forward to celebrating with you! Finally, we would like to extend a warm welcome to Janna Lutz, the new executive officer with the Williston Area Builders Association. Lutz brings her organizational experience from the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce and we are excited to welcome her to our team!

5. LIGHT THE WAY

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NORTH DAKOTA ASSOCIATION OF BUILDERS BISMARCK-MANDAN HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION DOT FRANK, EXECUTIVE OFFICER (701) 222-2400 BMHBA.COM • The Fall Parade of Homes hit a record number of entries – 40 homes constructed by 28 builders. • All NDAB members are invited to attend the BMHBA Fall Awards Mixer Oct. 8 that will feature keynote speaker, former NAHB Economist Elliot Eisenberg. A VIP social is open to Century Club PAC contributors and higher. • The Fall Building Officials Roundtable is scheduled for Oct. 22. Members will recap the 2015 construction season and talk about potential changes for 2016. • NAHB’s webinars are scheduled as Lunch and Learns through the fall. Members are encouraged to meet at the BMHBA to participate in the webinar and post discussion.

DICKINSON AREA BUILDERS ASSOCIATION IRENE SCHAFER, EXECUTIVE OFFICER (701) 483-0044 DICKINSONAREABUILDERS.COM

• Our Membership Meetings are back on schedule. Larry Bares, City of Dickinson’s Board of Adjustments and Mary Massad, Southwest Water Authority teamed up to bring us up to date on Board of Adjustments activities and current plans for Southwest Water. • Builder of the Year, Associate Builder and Affiliate of the Year were announced. Lance Kilwein is our Builder of the Year; Val Voelkering was named Associate Builder of the Year. Our association started a new award for Affiliate of the Year. Mike Schwab was named our first Affiliate of the Year. • Mike Schwab, membership chairman, will plan a Membership Night before our October Membership Meeting. • We have a search committee working on finding a new executive officer. • Our next meeting will be held at the Elks Club on Oct. 14

FORX BUILDERS ASSOCIATION BETTY MCDONALD, EXECUTIVE OFFICER (701) 746-4536 FORXBUILDERS.COM

• We had 112 golfers enjoy a wonderful day at our annual Golf Outing at the Grand Forks Country Club. Thanks to Marvin Windows and Doors for being our Title Sponsor. For registration First State Bank sponsored the brats and Weber’s Irrigation Company sponsored the keg with Premium Waters providing water bottles. Our co-chairs, Chip and Andy Shea and Kyle Weber, did a great job organizing the event again this year. • The Lighting Gallery will host Builders after Hours Sept. 23. • Our Membership Meeting is scheduled for Oct. 7. The Builder and Associate of the Year and BEAM awards will be presented. • The First Annual Chili Cook-Off is scheduled for Oct. 24 with a tailgating theme. Garon Corporation,

Applegren Construction and The Craftsmen will host the cook-off at the Applegren shop. We are looking for all the great chili cooks in our association to bring their crock pots full of their favorite chili recipe.

MINOT ASSOCIATION OF BUILDERS VICKY FLAGSTAD, EXECUTIVE OFFICER (701) 852-0496 MINOTAB.COM

• A fall contractor seminar was held Sept. 23 hosted by the City of Minot and the Minot Association of Builders. • MAB Annual Meeting & Awards Banquet is set for Oct. 13 at the Grand Hotel. Builder, Associate & Citizen of the Year Awards will be announced. City Manager, Lee Staab, will be the guest speaker and NDAB President LeRoy Kurtyka will preside over the installation of the 2016 Board of Directors and incoming president Phil Risbrudt. • The November Builders After Hours will be hosted by Burdick Job Corps Center. The date is yet to be determined.

WILLISTON AREA BUILDERS ASSOCIATION JANNA LUTZ, EXECUTIVE OFFICER (701) 572-5744 WILLISTONBUILDERS.COM

• WABA welcomed new board member – Tim McCauley (General Manager of ACME Tools) • WABA is also excited to announce our new Executive Officer Janna Lutz who has been with us for three weeks and is doing an excellent job. Welcome Janna! • WABA board of directors has selected DAWA Solutions to provide us with a completely new web site. We are excited to begin the process and hope to have it completed by December of this year. • Our Fall Parade of Homes was Oct. 3-4 and we had 20 homes of parade this year. • Our Spring Home and Garden Show is April 15-17 and the Home Show committee is just getting started. If anyone is interested in being part of the Home Show, please contact Janna at our office or Jannaeo@ willistonbuilders.com

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BAM: Advocate and Watchdog by Forrest Cyr, BAM Communications & Government Affairs Associate

“If You Can’t Touch It, What’s Its Value?”

The value of a good defense cannot be overstated. From a government affairs perspective, the value of stopping a bad bill now is greater than the costs related to repealing a bad law later – both in terms of cost to your business and the expenditure of our industry’s political capital. The value of a good offense is equally important. Bringing new ideas to the legislature, instead of always saying no, solidifies our industry’s place at the table. These two approaches complement each other, and are essential to a successful advocacy strategy. Engaged membership, however, is of the greatest value to the Builders Association of Minnesota. The credibility, insights, and relationships each member of BAM brings to the table are essential to BAM’s ability to execute a strong defense and effective offense. The act of participating in advocacy may feel like an intangible, as it may have no material being and no intrinsic value. However, ideas set in motion often become a tangible law with real impacts – positive or negative – to your business. That is where you come in! As of Sept. 8, 2015, BAM’s policy adoption survey is open to all association members, and will run through mid-October. The survey is divided into three categories: Local Governments and The Environment, Construction Codes and Licensing, Legal Contracts and Business Transactions. From Appraisals to Water Permitting, the survey is populated with policy items vital to our industry. BAM staff will compile all of our members’ responses! In two meetings – one in October and one in November - the Government Affairs Committee will select and approve BAM’s policy platform based on survey responses and political insight from the policy team. Recommendations from the Government Affairs Committee will be sent to the board of directors for final approval. We look forward to seeing what our members and Government Affairs Committee set as our priorities for the 2016 legislative session! BAM’s government affairs program is taking full advantage of the stabilized economy to lean into its contemporary and sustained government affairs program. BAM is executing its member-to-legislator in-district grassroots plan, expanding its member-driven policy adoption process, emphasizing industry communications to internal and external stakeholders, and focusing on building out the association’s political tools as we go into the 2016 election cycle. At the end of the day, however, the tools that are the industry’s most valuable advocacy assets are your credibility and your relationships with policy makers. BAM is here to help you make the most of your passion for the future of the industry.

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HBA of F-M Home & Garden Show Committee Works to Refresh 2016 Show

by Allison Weckman, Senior Events & Marketing Coordinator The 2016 Home & Garden Show will be during the HBA’s 60th Anniversary and we are very excited about some changes and improvements we are making to the show! First, we are supporting the “buy local” movement and are bringing in local speakers for the main stage seminars. We are excited to announce that Maria Bosak, Eco Chic Boutique, and Chef Eric Watson of Mosaic Catering, Rustica and Mezzaluna restaurants, will present each day of the show. We are working on securing additional speakers. Second, we will be enhancing our kids’ programs at the show by bringing back the popular Lego Homebuilding competition as well as adding a treasure hunt for kids. We will ask a certain number of exhibitors to have a treasure hunt item at their booth. Children will be encouraged to explore the show with their parents to find all of the treasure hunt items and upon completion will receive a build kit, courtesy of Habitat for Humanity that they can take home and put together. We view this as a Win-Win-Win. The kids win because it gives them a way to be engaged with the show, parents win because it gives them an opportunity to stop in your booth and visit with you and exhibitors win because parents are being driven to your booth. If you are interested in having a Treasure Hunt item at your booth, contact Allison Weckman right away as only a limited number will be available. Third, we know the admission price of the show can be a challenge so we are offering new discounts for the 2016 show to help get consumers through the door. We are increasing our admission coupon from $1 off to $2 off and will be offering 2-for-1 admission all day on Sunday. We are also looking into additional opportunities to offer discounts and money-saving opportunities to consumers. After last year’s show we reinstated our Home & Garden Show Committee and they have been working very hard to make the 2016 show better than ever! If you have any suggestions or ideas, please feel free to reach out to a Home & Garden Show committee member.

Finally, there are still booths available for the show if you haven’t secured your spot yet. HBA members receive a significant discount on booth space and the purpose of the show is to showcase our industry! Consider exhibiting to help celebrate the 60th Anniversary of the HBA! We also have sponsorships available ranging from $500 to $7,500. If you are unable to exhibit in the show, consider being a Supporting Sponsor of the show so you can still get exposure in front of thousands of consumers. The Supporting Sponsor will be limited to one business per category, so be sure to secure your spot early. Benefits of the sponsorship include company logo on signage on at the show, company logo on a 30-second space in a video loop that runs prior to every main-stage seminar, company logo in the show guide and show program, company logo on the jumbo-trons and TVs within the Fargodome, promotion in the media kits, 10 complimentary admission tickets and company logo in the Plains Builder all for just $2,000! Contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 for more details. The 2016 Home & Garden Show, Feb. 26-28 at the Fargodome, offers the largest selection of home and garden exhibits in the region. Don’t miss out!

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Elliot’s Economics Elliot Eisenberg, Ph.D. is President of GraphsandLaughs, LLC

Improving Immigration The current U.S. immigration system not only doesn’t work but is not being fixed.

That said, given that the race to the White House is on, immigration is sure to play a starring role in the unfolding presidential drama. Rather than rehash stale ideas anchor babies, border patrols, and the like - below are several proposals that use market forces and not bureaucratic solutions to solve several different immigration problems in ways that not only improve our competiveness but also our balance sheet. At present, the majority of legal immigrants who arrive do so on the basis of family reunification. Fewer than 20 percent of immigrants obtain green cards based on marketable skills. Instead, allocate immigration visas based primarily on occupational needs. Observe which occupations and industries are experiencing a combination of fast wage growth, lowest unemployment rates and high vacancy rates and allocate entry visas accordingly while keeping existing caps. In this way visas will go to those who skills are in shortest supply. As for temporary H-2B non-agricultural worker visas and H-1B (high tech) visas, eliminate the quotas on them as is the case with H-2A agricultural visas. If American businesses need temporary workers, they should get them after showing that there are insufficient workers currently available. Depriving firms of workers benefits no one. As for concerns that these new workers will depress wages of existing workers, that concern is not borne out by research. Moreover, by allocating visas based on employment shortages, unanticipated downward wage pressure should be reduced. Next, create a new visa, a U-Visa, for those who are here but undocumented. The visa would allow the holder and their family to stay and work here. The catch, the visa would not lead to citizenship and would have an annual fee. I suspect that a fair price would be about $500 to $700/year. Assuming a few million were bought, this program would bring in $1 to $2 billion annually. Charging for the visa discourages those without jobs from staying. Moreover, this approach would be bundled with severe penalties for employers caught knowingly employing illegals. Absent a job, illegals will find it difficult to remain here. Lastly, abolish the EB-5 program that allows foreigners to invest their way into the U.S. At present, depending upon the location of the investment, between $500,000 and $1 million must be invested and shown to create or maintain 10 jobs. After seven years, the investor may then apply to become a naturalized U.S. citizen. This process is convoluted, requires bureaucracy and infrastructure, lends itself to substantial fraud and because the number of visas is capped at 10,000, the wait time is several years. Instead, simply sell citizenship via an auction, similar to the way Treasury securities are sold. The households that would apply would have means, and charging for a passport would allow us to allocate this scarce resource to those who want it most. Given that Malta charges roughly $700,000 for a passport and St. Kitts and Nevis $250,000, I bet the Treasury could net close to $1 million per applicant with the current quota intact and raise nearly $10 billion per year. While you may or may not agree with these proposed solutions, the point is markets and market signals can solve difficult social problems if only given a chance. It’s not as if the status quo couldn’t stand a re-think. Elliot Eisenberg, Ph.D. is President of GraphsandLaughs, LLC and can be reached at Elliot@graphsandlaughs.net. His daily 70 word economics and policy blog can be seen at www.econ70.com. 16

Elliot’s Brief Blog 8/20/2015 Market Mayhem

Renewed oil and commodity price declines, along with deflationary pressures from a slowing China and its currency devaluation, has sown fear that developing nations will slow further, leading to capital outflows which will weaken their currencies and lead to even slower global growth. This has led to safe-haven investing in U.S. government bonds, which pushed the stock market and interest rates down and gold up. Why today, who knows?

8/25/2015 Decent Developments

Economic activity in the U.S. remains solid, albeit unspectacular. Today consumer confidence came in at 101.5, near its best level since 2007, and annualized July new homes sales rose 5 percent! Moreover, the Congressional Budget Office estimates that the FY2015 budget deficit shrank by $60 billion since March and will be $426 billion or 2.4 percent of GDP, best since 2007. Now the government won’t run out of money until November or December!

8/27/2015 Robust Revision

Today’s revised estimate of Q2 GDP to 3.7 percent puts it into the top fifth of all quarters since 2006. Most of the increase was due to improved June data, suggesting the www.hbafm.com

economy strengthened as the quarter progressed. Consumer spending, the main driver of GDP, was revised up slightly, while business investment was revised up dramatically! Good enough for a rate hike, but that’s less likely due to recent market volatility.

8/31/2015 Global Grind

While U.S. consumer spending, job growth and Q2 GDP are strong, European inflation is stuck at 0.2 percent per year, Japanese GDP fell 0.4 percent in Q2/15, Indian growth was a disappointing 7 percent in Q2/15 and China continues slowing. This means central banks in Asia’s three largest economies and in Europe will all be easing monetary policy further. Against this backdrop, the Fed may wait till December to hike rates. It’s a close call.

9/1/2015 Crude Clime

Crude prices jumped 25 percent between 8/27/15 and 8/31/15, it’s best performance in decades! During that period OPEC said it would trim output if non-OPEC members would, data suggest U.S. production in 6/15 was down to 9.3 million bbl/day its lowest level since 2/15, and the temporary closure of two Canadian facilities led to a production halt of unknown quantity. Unless non-OPEC member Russia cuts dramatically, Saudi Arabia won’t stop pumping.

9/3/2015 Marginal Margins

The combination of falling global and tepid U.S. growth has resulted in very low long-run inflation expectations which has caused long-term interest rates to continue falling. Moreover, the Fed will soon raise short-term rates. This will marginally reduce bank incentives to lend, as they borrow short and lend long. The average U.S. bank net interest margin has fallen from 3.83 percent in 2010 to 3 percent today, its lowest level in decades.

9/8/2015 Welcome Work

Friday’s employment data was good. The unemployment rate fell from 5.3 percent to 5.1 percent, employment growth in June and July was revised up, hours worked rose, the labor force participation rate didn’t fall and August earnings per hour rose 0.3 percent, 0.1 percent more than expected. While the 173,000 net new jobs were slightly disappointing, YTD employment growth/month is an excellent 212,000 and August employment number revisions have averaged +50,000/month over the past 15 years.

9/9/2015 Currency Conundrum

materials face difficult choices. If they reduce interest rates, their currencies fall, inflation rises, capital quickly leaves and living standards decline. If they raise rates to protect their currency, investment and manufacturing will plummet and drive their economies into recession. The middle road, raise rates a bit and impose capital controls (like China) but only briefly, to reduce capital flight and currency depreciation.

9/14/2015 Faulty Finance

Many big banks have just agreed to pay almost $2 billion to settle allegations of rigging credit derivative markets. This comes on top of billions in penalties for rigging foreignexchange, interest rate (LIBOR), and commodities markets. Worse, many were also penalized for homeowner foreclosure processing abuses, the violation of U.S. sanctions, helping launder money, bogus tax avoidance schemes and misleading investors into buying toxic mortgage debt. Almost no jail terms!

9/15/2015 Data Dilemma

The Good: unemployment is low and monthly job growth vastly exceeds the number of new job entrants. The bad: wage growth has been flat for years and inflation is nonexistent (due to transitory factors such as falling gas prices and the strengthening dollar). The ugly: monetary policy takes a long time to work through the economy and the globe is slowing. The Fed must somehow navigate these conflicting signals.

9/17/2015 Fixed Fed

After months of discussion, the Fed left interest rates unchanged. They expect to bump rates a quarter-point before year end, and anticipate raising rates by one percentage point per calendar year until the fed funds rate reaches 3.5 percent in 2018. In the end, global weakness and wider credit spreads stayed their hand. Lastly, with rates at zero, a rise in rates that might weaken the economy was considered too risky.

9/21/2015 Miserable Median

Median household income in 2014 was $53,657, down from $54,462 in 2013 and is down 9.3 percent from the all-time high of $57,843 in 1999. Median household income is now roughly where it was in 1989 when it surpassed $53,000 for the first time. In 2014, 5.6 percent of households had incomes above $200,000, the highest percentage on record and almost double the 3 percent in 1989. Average income was $75,738 last year.

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North Dakota State College of Science Students Earn Experience While Building for a Good Cause by Jenny Erickson, Director of Development & Education In late 2013 the city of Wahpeton approached the Eastern Dakota Housing Alliance, Inc. (EDHA) with an idea for a partnership between North Dakota State College of Science (NDSCS) and Red River Human Services (RRHS). Wahpeton had an infill lot that was ready for redevelopment and rehabilitation. Wahpeton thought EDHA would be the perfect organization to manage a potential project. Now with the project solidified and in the works, North Dakota State College of Science will build the house; Eastern Dakota Housing Alliance will own the building and Red River Human Services will find the tenants to live in the home. The house will be named Red River Cottage. Grace Backman, executive director of EDHA, was excited for this new partnership as she had never worked with NDSCS or RRHS before. To get things started, the project was used for the 2014 Design Charrette for architectural drafting and estimating and construction management technology students. The project scope was presented to the students on a Monday. EDHA and RRHS served as a potential client for the students. The students

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formed nine groups and had to come up with a company name and brochure by the next day. The students spent the rest of the week working on designing a plan for the home and developing estimates. The studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s presentation had to be turned in on Thursday to the instructors and then presented to the clients on Friday morning. Students presented to the EDHA, RRHS and representatives from the city of Wahpeton. The students were informed on Friday that the chosen/winning project would be built by the building construction students. All students received a grade for their presentation and Backman said it was very hard to choose a winning project. She was impressed by the work done by the students. Design challenges of the home included livability standards set by the U.S. Housing & Urban Development, office space for a RRHS staff person, living space for four tenants and the idea that the home should still work as NDSCS Students Earn Experience continued on page 33

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Dave Jones & Jaron Gustofson | Abodz

by Sami Eidenschink, Membership & Marketing Coordinator The first thing you are greeted by when you walk in to Abodz is two friendly little dogs. Next you are greeted by equally friendly owner of Abodz, Dave Jones. Right away when you sit down with Jones you can tell he is passionate about his business and the enthusiasm is contagious. Jones has a strong background in commercial construction but has always had a love for the home building industry. After many years of solely focusing on just commercial builds, he decided to take his passion and create Abodz. Jones teamed up with partner Jaron Gustofson, who has a strong background in the home building industry, to start up Abodz in 2014. For the last year they have been delivering unique designs to their clients. Abodz prides itself on their modern and contemporary home designs and the high quality of workmanship they require of every design they build. Communicating with their customers is one thing that Gustofson and Jones have found has helped tremendously in this industry, especially as a newer business in the home building industry. As Abodz looks forward to 2016, they are excited about new designs they have been working on and continuing to watch their business grow.

Professionals with home building designations in the F-M area through National Association of Home Builders or North Dakota Association of Builders (as of August 24, 2015)

Casey Andersen, Casey Construction...............................................................................................................................CGB, CGR Dave Anderson, Dave Anderson Construction............................................................................................................................ CGP Randy Bach, Beyond Shelter, Inc...................................................................................................................................CGP, HCCP Eric Berg, Eric Berg Construction, Inc...................................................................................................................................... NDPB Jeff Boehm, Paul Davis Restoration & Remodeling of the Lakes Area �� CAPS Michael Bullinger, Western Products, Inc................................................................................................................................. NDPB Don Dabbert, Jr., Dabbert Custom Homes............................................................................................................................... NDPB Clay Dietrich, Dietrich Homes, Inc.............................................................................................................................................. CGB Jason Eid, Eid-Co Buildings, Inc........................................................................................................................ CAPS, CGP, NDPB Kyle Eid, Eid-Co Buildings, Inc.................................................................................................................................................. CGP Scott Fluge, Norsk Builders....................................................................................................................................................... CGP Arthur Goldammer, Verity Homes of Fargo........................................................................................................... CGB, CGP, NDPB John Gunkelman, Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc........................................................................ CAPS, CGB, CGP, CGR, NDPB Darrick Guthmiller, Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc................................................................................................................... CGB Todd Halle, T & S Custom Homes, Inc.................................................................................................................................... NDPB Vern Hanson, Hanson Bros., Inc.............................................................................................................................................. NDPB Bob Kochmann, Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc....................................................................................................................... CGP Greg Krueger, Krueger Construction, Inc................................................................................................................................. NDPB Tyrone Leslie, Heritage Homes.................................................................................................................. CAPS, CGB, CGP, NDPB Dan Lindquist, Dan Lindquist Construction, Inc.......................................................................................................................... CGP Dustin Murray, Dustin Murray Construction.......................................................................................................................CGB, CGR Gary Orth, Cornerstone Specialties, Inc.......................................................................................................................... CGP, NDPB Lisa Rotvold, Beyond Shelter, Inc............................................................................................................................................ HCCP Chris Schmitz, Beyond Shelter, Inc.......................................................................................................................................... HCCP Heather Struxness, Beyond Shelter, Inc................................................................................................................................... HCCP Tom Spaeth, Accent Contracting.............................................................................................................................................. NDPB Mark Spriggs, M & J Construction of Moorhead, Inc.................................................................................... CAPS, CGB, CGP, CGR Lori Westbrook, Beyond Shelter, Inc........................................................................................................................................ HCCP Mike Workman, Jordahl Custom Homes, Inc............................................................................................................................ NDPB Charlie Zach, Zach Construction.............................................................................................................................................. NDPB www.hbafm.com

LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT

How Home Builders Care of Fargo-Moorhead Foundation is Working to Build Your Workforce You have read it here before; workforce development is a key focus of Home

Builders Care. Promoting careers in construction is important to recruit new workers to our industry.

Health, Tech & Trades Career Expo

Dan Parrow, ISR Homes Home Builders Care Foundation of Fargo-Moorhead 1802 32nd Avenue South Fargo, ND 58103 Phone: (701) 232-5846 Fax: (701) 280-1108 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.

President Dan Parrow, ISR Homes Vice President Bob Kochmann, Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc. Secretary Casey Beckerleg, Stenerson Lumber Treasurer Monica Hart, Monica Hart Interior Design TRUSTEES Dave Anderson, Dave Anderson Construction Dan Beecher, Foam Doctor’s, LLC Randy Cramer, NAI North Central Sylvia Lunski, Design Direction, Inc. Chad Maloy, Gate City Bank Brad Morris, Casselton Lumber Dustin Murray, Dustin Murray Construction Past President Mike Anderson, Bierschbach Equipment & Supply

Address inquiries to Jenny Erickson 1802 32nd Avenue South Fargo, ND 58103 Phone: (701) 232-5846 Fax: (701) 280-1108 jenny@hbafm.com

The mission of the Expo is to expose students to occupational opportunities available in the health, technology and trade industries in our region through hands-on experiences. The HBA has been an instrumental member of the steering committee since the beginning. Home Builders Care is a Gold sponsor of the event and helps to organize booths promoting the construction industry. John Gunkelman, Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc. said, “The Career Expo gives students an excellent opportunity to see first-hand what choices are out there that may not involve a four-year college education. As an exhibitor, you get the opportunity to talk with students about your business, the positions available and the educational requirements needed to be successful in your field. Each year I am always amazed at the many different career paths out there for today’s youth to experience.” This year’s Expo will be Thursday, Dec. 3 at the Fargo Dome. We are looking for people to help represent the industry at various booths and provide hands-on experiences for the students.

Student chapters at M State, MSUM, NDSCS and NDSU

The HBA of F-M is the sponsor of four local National Association of Home Builders Student Chapters. They allow opportunities at a local, state and national level. Chapters provide a springboard into their chosen industry, giving the students access to meet members. Networking events at the International Builders Show bring together students and active members, forming relationships and revealing opportunities. HBC scholarships are available to Student Chapter members. Members also have opportunities for national scholarships. Home Builders Care also applies for and matches travel scholarships for Student Chapters to attend IBS. These travel scholarships are provided by the National Housing Endowment. At IBS, Student Chapters participate in the Residential Construction Management Competition where they learn very valuable presentation skills, problem-solving and thinking on their feet.

School Career Fairs

In order to promote construction careers, we are starting to attend school career fairs. In early 2015, Dustin Murray, Dustin Murray Construction; Stephanie Lindemann Revive Contracting LLC; and Jenny Erickson HBA of F-M director of development & education attended the career day at Davies High School. This month, staff and members will travel to Carrington, N.D., to take part in its career day. Let Erickson know if you are willing to speak about your career path, schooling and why you love your industry to students. We would also love to know about any career fair opportunities that you know about.

Lego Homebuilding Competition

The first Lego Homebuilding Competition was a great success at the 2015 Red River Valley Home & Garden Show. With this event, we hope to foster a love of building in children as young as 5 years old. This event also serves the purpose of How HBC is Working to Build Your Workforce continued on next page

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IBS registration is now open

Member registration for the 2016 International Builders Show Jan. 1921 in Las Vegas is open. It’s never too early to plan. Visit www.buildersshow. com for more details or contact Sami Eidenschink at (701) 232-5846 or sami@hbafm.com.

Win a free year of membership

Your HBA tracks those members who pay dues before the month of renewal. All those members go into a drawing for a free year of dues. For example, if your membership is paid through Nov. 30, 2015, you would need to pay your dues before Nov. 1, 2015, to be entered. Contact Amanda Ohlsen at (701) 232-5846 or amanda@hbafm.com with any questions.

Advertise your business in HBA publications

The HBA’s monthly magazine, the Plains Builder, is distributed to the HBA membership, local government officials, as well as state and federal legislators. This publication is a great way to market your company to the construction industry. Advertising space for 2016 is available now. We have a variety of size and color options open. The Plains Builder also offers an insert option as a way to advertise your company. Inserts are placed in the magazine every month and there are still spots available for 2016. This is a great way to advertise specific monthly events such as sales or promotions. The Membership Directory & Consumer Guide is provided to each HBA member company, as well as thousands of F-M consumers all year! Space reservation due Oct. 16. Permits Plus is a monthly publication focusing on advocacy efforts and building permits pulled in Fargo, Moorhead, West Fargo and Dilworth. For more information on advertising options in HBA of F-M publications or to learn about other options, contact Allison Weckman at (701) 232-5846 or allisonw@hbafm.com.

IBS Spike Concert presented by GEICO to feature Hall & Oates All International Builders’ Show

attendees are invited to attend the concert; tickets are only $40. Spike members that want to receive a complimentary ticket must achieve the required credits: • Member must be a Spike in good standing with at least six credits as of Oct. 31, 2015. • Every Spike (including those with 25 or more credits) must earn at least one new member credit between Nov. 1, 2014, and Oct. 31, 2015.

How HBC is Working to Build Your Workforce continued from page 24 promoting the quality of careers in the construction careers. Parents often push their children towards four-year programs and we want to try and educate as many parents as we can that two-year programs and trades offer high-paying, fulfilling jobs and careers. We will expand this event for the 2016 Home & Garden Show. Let Erickson know if you are interested in sponsoring!

Builder performance guidelines required in Minnesota

As our award-winning workforce development project, the Construction Trades Academy, gives a great overview to student interested in construction. The hands-on nature of this class combined with working side-by-side with area contractors provide a great experience for students and HBA members alike. The next Academy will be held in early June 2016. We hope that it will continue to match students with companies and provide opportunities for summer jobs that build into lifelong careers.

Minnesota builders must, by law, include a set of performance guidlines with their contract for customers. Guidelines are available to HBA of F-M members through the Builders Association of Minnesota. BAM’s Building Performance Guidelines were put together by a task force made up of its members. Countless hours were dedicated to creating and refining this document to provide the best possible product for builders. To see the statute mandating the inclusion of building performance guidelines, visit: www.revisor.mn.gov/ statutes/?id=326B.809 For more information on obtaining these guidelines, please contact the HBA office at (701) 232-5846.

Mark your calendar for the 2015 Career Expo Dec. 3

Mark your calendar now for the 13th annual Health, Tech & Trades Career Expo Dec. 3. The Home Builders Care of F-M Foundation and the HBA are major sponsors of this event for ninth-grade students to explore careers in several industries including construction.

You could be featured in the next Plains Builder

Is your company working on an innovative product or service? Would you like to be featured in the Plains Builder? The HBA of F-M is always looking for the latest news and happenings in the industry. If you would like your business featured in the Plains Builder email chelsea@hbafm.com

Herdina Academy for the Construction Trades

Get Your Home Ready for Fall continued from page 12 The fall and winter months mean less daylight. I know we are all keen on saving energy, but we don’t want any falls while you carry in your groceries. Luckily, you can still use your outdoor lights without wasting money and energy. Because outdoor lights are typically left on for long periods of time, buying ENERGY SAVER products and bulbs to light your outdoor pathways or porches can save a lot of energy. ENERGY STAR even makes CFL and LED flood lights that can withstand snow and rain. As an extra energy-saving effort, look for ENERGY STAR products that come with automatic daylight shut-off and motion sensors. And be sure to decorate with LED holiday lights to reduce the cost of decorating your home for the winter holidays. Colder weather is on its way, and using these tips will help you stay warm and cozy, while saving energy and money in your home. Stay tuned for part two with five more tips for getting your home ready for fall and winter! Written by: Paige Terlip, Former Communicator, National Renewable Energy Laboratory

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NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HOME BUILDERS

Statement from NAHB NAHB Study Reveals Chairman on the NLRB What ‘Green’ Means to Decision Expanding Home Buyers What do consumers think of green homes? And, what are most important elements of a green-built home? Builders the Definition of a Joint the and other industry professionals now have an opportunity to find out what green means to home buyers with a new Employer publication from the National Association of Home Builders. Tom Woods, Chairman of the National Association of Home Builders, issued the following statement on the National Labor Relations Board’s decision in the Browning-Ferris case that will expand the definition of a joint employer. “The decision by the NLRB to expand the definition of a joint employer not only delivers a huge blow to businesses across the country who rely on the work of sub-contractors, by threatening a business owner’s control of their own company, but it is also bound to have a chilling effect on the overall economy and job growth. “The NLRB abandoned a standard that has been recognized for decades, and expanded the definition of a joint employer to now hold businesses liable for workers they do not even employ, potentially even putting them on the hook for legal ramifications. The new standard no longer requires that a business ‘directly and immediately’ control a workforce run by another business, to be named a joint employer, but rather expands the definition to include indirect control. “The home building industry, which is primarily made up of small businesses who rely greatly on the work of subcontractors would overwhelmingly be harmed by the new standard. Building a home requires the work of multiple specialty trade contractors such as roofers, electricians and framers, but these small builders can’t afford to have a large full-time staff to include all of these trades, so they contract with specialty trades based on project needs. With the NLRB’s recent decision, these small businesses would now be subject to unprecedented Board jurisdiction. The overall construction sector is made up of more than two million individual proprietorships, all of whom would be subject to this new rule. “If this ruling is allowed to stand, it will cripple small businesses across the country, including the home building industry as it is in its fragile recovery. NAHB intends to continue its fight against this regulatory overreach, and put the control back in the hands of small businesses.”

NAHB’s publishing arm, BuilderBooks, recently released What Green Means to Home Buyers: Perceptions and Preferences, a study of consumer preferences focusing exclusively on green/high-performance features in the home and the community. The study examines consumers’ attitudes of various green features, concepts or terminologies, the resonance of those terms as potential marketing tools, and the likelihood that the home purchase decision may be influenced by any of these features or terms. The study was conducted by NAHB in 2015 and is based on a survey of home buyers nationwide. Results from the study are available by age, income, race and Census division, among other demographic characteristics. “This new study is an incredibly useful tool to help builders and remodelers determine not only consumer attitudes towards green homes, but also which green features consumers care most about,” said NAHB Chairman Tom Woods, a home builder from Blue Springs, Mo. “We have seen incredible growth in green and sustainable building over the years, and the results of this survey only further solidify the continued consumer interest in green building, and which attributes matter most these buyers.” Among the key findings, include: Top Influencers in a Home Purchase Decision: • 90 percent Safe community • 88 percent Energy efficient • 85 percent Low maintenance • 85 percent Lower operating costs • 84 percent Durable/Resilient Common Words Home Buyers Use to Describe Green Homes: • 32 percent: Efficient, Energy Efficient, Water Efficient, High Efficiency • 15 percent: Eco-friendly, Environmentally-friendly, Environmentally-responsible, Environmentally-safe, Environmentally-conscious • 8 percent: Solar, Solar Power, Solar Energy, Solar Panels • 4 percent: Lower Costs, Lower Utility Bills, Saves Money What Green Means to Home Buyers: Perceptions and Preferences is available for purchase ($115.95 Retail/$79.95 NAHB Member, ISBN 978-0-86718-739-7) at BuilderBooks. com or by calling 800-223-2665. The eBook is available at ebooks.builderbooks.com ($89.99 Retail/$55.99 for NAHB Members). The NAHB webinar, What Does ‘Green’ Mean to Home Buyers is also available for purchase ($64.95 Retail/$44.95 NAHB Member) at NAHB.org.

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Greenbuild and NAHB Statement from NAHB Announce New Strategic Chairman on U.S. Partnership Department of Labor’s Informa Exhibitions and the National Association of Home Builders are pleased to announce a new, strategic partnership Proposed Overtime for 2015. NAHB has signed on to become one of three Greenbuild Top Tier Partners for 2015, in addition to AIA and Rule BOMA. Tom Woods, Chairman of the National Association of Greenbuild will feature a variety of residential offerings at the 2015 event, inclusive of a residential product pavilion; a LEED v4 Platinum, net zero electricity demonstration home on the show floor and an extensive educational track. The residential track has increased to 15 sessions focused on both multi-family and single-family that runs Nov. 18-20 at the conference. Thursday, Nov. 19, is the primary residential day with 12 sessions taking place in three different time slots. “Greenbuild has historically featured a small residential contingency, and this is the time to expand our offerings to keep apprised of marketplace demands. NAHB is the perfect partner to provide additional support in this critical sector,” stated Lindsay Roberts, Greenbuild show director. “Their commitment to sustainable residential building is evident in their support of Greenbuild. Informa Exhibitions has a strong existing relationship with NAHB and we look forward to a mutually successful partnership.” “NAHB has long been an advocate of sustainable, highperformance building and remodeling, and Greenbuild is a perfect venue for us to continue educating the industry about the importance of building green,” said NAHB Chairman Tom Woods, a home builder and developer from Blue Springs, Mo. “We are excited about this new opportunity, and look forward to helping build up the residential green building presence at Greenbuild.” “USGBC and NAHB have always worked to increase awareness, education and better understanding of the benefits of higher-performing homes,” said Kate Hurst, vice president, community, conferences and events, USGBC. “As the premier educational opportunity for the green building community, Greenbuild continues to expand its offerings. This partnership with NAHB allows us to further develop our residential track in a way that truly benefits attendees and our community.” Greenbuild, owned and operated by Informa Exhibitions U.S., Construction & Real Estate and presented by the U.S. Green Building Council, is the world's largest conference and expo dedicated to green building. The three-day conference attracts 20,000+ attendees and 600 exhibitors annually from across the green building sector, spanning commercial and residential professionals, architects, building owners and operators, students, advocates and educators. This year’s conference takes place at the Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C. from Nov. 18-20.

Home Builders and a home builder from Blue Springs, Mo., issued the following statement on the U.S. Department of Labor’s proposed overtime rule, which could affect at least 116,000 construction supervisors, in addition to multiple occupations in the construction and housing sectors : “NAHB is concerned that changes to the current overtime standard will reduce job-advancement opportunities and the hours of full-time construction supervisors, leading to construction delays, increased costs and less affordable housing options for consumers. In addition to construction supervisors, the proposed rule could affect other occupations in the industry, including sales representatives, administrative staff and local trade association employees. “With the Department of Labor acting to more than double this overtime threshold to over $50,000, NAHB and others in the business community argue that such a dramatic surge is unlikely to result in an increase in workers’ take-home pay. Rather, it would force business owners to structure their workforce to compensate by scaling back on pay and benefits, as well as cutting hours to avoid the overtime requirements and convert salaried employees to hourly workers who will see this as a demotion. “The proposed overtime rule is a ‘one-size-fits-all’ standard. Given the potential broad impact of the proposed rule, an obvious issue concerns the fact that wage amounts vary greatly from location to location, as well as among business sectors. Construction wages are very regional, and what one construction supervisor makes in one part of the country is different than what one earns in another— sometimes wages varying significantly.”

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NDSCS Students Earn Experience continued from page 20 a single-family home if ever sold. Students from the winning team worked with an architecture firm over the summer of 2014 to gets the plans in order. Construction began in January 2015 with the building construction management students. The framing and all exterior work including window, siding, soffits, fascia and roofing was all completed inside the construction lab at NDSCS, working with instructor Bryan Wolfgram. This fall, students have poured the footings and are working on the Insulated Concrete Form foundation. The house will then be moved to the infill lot, placed on the foundation and then plumbing, electrical and HVAC subs will begin work. Jeff Berg, NDSCS building construction instructor overseeing the project this semester, said, “One of the exciting parts of this project is using ICFs for the first time and constructing an eight-foot deep basement. We do footings and four-foot walls for pre-engineered metal buildings but not full basements normally. The students have responded very favorably to the use of ICFs and have realized the energy savings potential over other methods of construction. Most are taking pictures as we go to show others what they are constructing.” NDSCS hopes to have the home finished in May of 2016. The spring semester of 2016 the house will be completed on-site by students who will insulate, drywall, texture and paint and install millwork and cabinets. The home will have an unfinished basement that will be stubbed in with a potential bathroom and additional bedrooms. Backman noted that the home will include touches like arched doorways. She said, “These extra touches add visual interest and are a good challenge for the students.” The beauty of this partnership allows the students to practice working with new materials while still having to build to code. Funding for the project has come from a Midcontinent Community Grant, donations of funds, labor and materials and the EDHA. Other partners and donors would be very welcome. Backman said, “It has been a wonderful project. I have enjoyed working with the students and their instructors, Jeff Berg, Randy Stach, Petar Volkov and Bryan Wolfgram.” Berg said of the project, “Working with Grace and the EDHA has been a very enjoyable experience. The EDHA is also paying for this project in phases which helps out the program and NDSCS immensely.” The EDHA formed in 1996, originally as a group of nonprofit organization and became its own non-profit corporation in 1998. The EDHA is dedicated to foster the development and

preservation of affordable housing in eastern North Dakota. They work in 25 counties in eastern North Dakota, primarily in rural communities. EDHA works with communities and leadership to determine housing need and then works to find the financial packages to develop affordable housing. Partnerships are the basic nature of what they do and past projects include rehabilitation of existing housing, new construction, apartments and homeownership projects. They have been involved in about 450 rental units and 50 homeownership units. EDHA has worked in Wahpeton, Casselton, Gwinner, Lisbon, Milnor, Jamestown, Devils Lake, Grand Forks and Northwood. Some projects come out of catastrophes like the Northwood tornado and Grand Forks flood. Others, like potential projects in the Jamestown area, will help fill a need for workforce housing. In order to help even more communities with their affordable housing needs, the EDHA became certified by the U.S. Treasury to be a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI). Being a CDFI allows the EDHA to be a lender that serves projects not typically served by main street lenders. The EDHA has provided gap financing for projects and will work with emerging housing developers to fulfill the lending need. NDSCS houses one of four National Association of Home Builders Student Chapters in the area. Students in construction-related programs are members of the HBA of F-M Student Club. Students from the architectural drafting and estimating as well as the building construction technology program come together to take tours, volunteer, promote the programs during Homecoming festivities and participate in competitions. The HBA of F-M supports the Wahpeton HBA student club through scholarships for students, both for school and for competing at the International Builders Show. The HBA of F-M also utilizes the students to help put on the Red River Valley Home & Garden Show and Health, Tech & Trades Career Expo. Students from NDSCS have participated in the Residential Construction Management Competition at the International Builders Show for many years. They took first place in 2013 in the Two-Year program competition. The construction-related programs are open to developing partnerships with other organizations while still aligning with curriculum. Red River Human Services Foundation is a private non-profit organization serving people with developmental disabilities. We provide individualized supports to allow for full community participation and inclusion.

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REMODELERS LETTER FROMCOUNCIL THE PRESIDENT

Russ Richards, Remodelers Council Chair Rebuilding Together Fargo-Moorhead Area, Inc. Home Builders Association of FargoMoorhead Remodelers Council 1802 32nd Avenue South Fargo, ND 58103 Phone: (701) 232-5846 Fax: (701) 280-1108 www.hbafm.com

MEMBERS

ABC Seamless Accent Contracting ACME TOOLS Allied Build + Remodel LLC Allied Building Products Corp. Address inquiries to Allison Weckman Arvig 1802 32nd Avenue South Braaten Cabinets Inc. Fargo, ND 58103 Crane Johnson Lumber Phone: (701) 232-5846 Company Fax: (701) 280-1108 Dakota Construction of allisonw@hbafm.com 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 Home Heating, Plumbing & A/C, Inc. Homemakers Villa Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc. Lake Agassiz Habitat For Humanity Laney’s, Inc. Luxury 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. 34

Remodelers Council Member: Stone Holding Company

by Sami Eidenschink, Membership & Marketing Coordinator The Remodelers Council will be featuring a member of the council each month to offer members of the HBA of F-M a chance to learn more about how their fellow members fit into the HBA and services they provide to the home building industry. This month’s feature is Diana Stead of Stone Holding Company. Stone Holding Company has been a premier importer and wholesaler of natural stone since 1990 and is based in Waite Park, Minn. In 2007 they opened their second of three satellite showrooms in Fargo and joined the HBA of F-M at this time. Fargo’s Showroom is an open resource for commercial and residential customers. With more than 140 full-size slabs on display in various colors and price levels, the experience becomes both educational and exciting for those involved. With inventory changing out weekly, there is always something “new” on the floor to view. Besides natural stone, Stone Holding is also the distributor of Caesarstone Quartz, Blanco Sinks & Accessories and Dry Treat Sealants. Whether you are working with a remodeling or new construction customer, it is the goal of the Stone Holding staff to support other industry professionals in determining the right product for the expectations of their customers. The atmosphere of Stone Holding Company becomes a tool for designers, kitchen and bath dealers, cabinet shops, builders and architects to present what is available in a six state region and two provinces of Canada. Stone Holding’s website is an additional tool to view industry options. To see what Stone Holding offers visit their Fargo showroom at 2131 16th St. N., Ste. B or online at stoneholding. com. They are open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Friday, with extended viewing hours Thursdays until 7 p.m., and are open Saturdays 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

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MEMBERSHIP CORNER

Congratulations Personal Touch Embroidery & Marketing on Celebrating 25 Years!

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NEW MEMBERS

ASSOCIATE JT LawnService Inc 2660 16th Ave S Moorhead, MN 56560 Josh West (701) 729-5296 Landscaping - Contractor Sponsor: Devin Gaard, HektnerLybeck-Erickson Insurance

BUILDER

Hagen Building Group 333 36th Ave E West Fargo, ND 58078 Clark Hagen (701) 367-6950 Builder - Custom Homes; Builder Residential Sponsor: Drew Likness, Chase Realty

Welcome New Member BITS Custom Cabinetry

by Sami Eidenschink, Membership & Marketing Coordinator As you walk into Brett Dauerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s workshop you will find yourself surrounded by a maze of cabinets. With little room for anything else, Dauer has dedicated himself and his garage to his craft. Over the last ten years Dauer has enjoyed doing cabinetry work as a hobby in his spare time. His favorite part about creating custom cabinets is the new and changing designs happening across the industry. After spending so much time creating cabinets for fun, Dauer decided to make it full-time. In November of 2014 he started BITS Custom Cabinetry, which he runs out of West Fargo. From the first steps of building up to the installation, Dauer is a one-man show team and has watched his company expand. In September, Dauer opened a new shop with more space to meet the demands of his business. We are excited to welcome Dauer as one of our newest members of the HBA of F-M.

Allied Build & Remodel, LLC 910 9th St S Fargo, ND 58103 Nick Anderson (701) 371-2376 Builder - General Sponsor: Harry Gilbertson, Harry Gilbertson Construction

Thank you 2015 Member Meeting Sponsors!

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LONG LIVE HAPPY HOMES

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The Good Company Program – An Exclusive Benefit for NAHB Members The company you keep says a lot about you. That’s why 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty® (2-10 HBW) and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) have aligned to provide you with the most comprehensive and affordable coverage options available – anywhere. Because you are a member of your local home builders association, you will receive these NAHB exclusive discounts on select 2-10 HBW products... that’s something to smile about. The Good Company Program – An Exclusive Benefit for NAHB Members •

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Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead 1802 32nd Ave. S. Fargo, ND 58103 www.hbafm.com | info@hbafm.com (701) 232-5846 | (701) 280-1108 fax est. 1956

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Future Office

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Lot 5 9,882 SF

SOLD

Lot 8 14,758 SF

Lot 6 9,882 SF

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Lot 7 17,540 SF

Lot 7 10,120 SF

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North Pond at The Preserve - Concept Plan North Pond at The Preserve is the latest residential subdivision in Rusty Goose’s highly successful development known as The Preserve. Just across the street from Freedom Elementary School, the 10 acre Rustad Park Events Center and Holy Cross Church and School, and conveniently located near the Veteran’s Boulevard commercial corridor, North Pond at The Preserve is an attractive neighborhood for any family. The generously sized lots will accommodate a variety of building plans and yard configurations. Please consult the plat for actual lot sizes and dimensions. Tree placement and path locations are shown for illustrative purposes only.

Great Location. Great Amenities. Great Lots.

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$ 59,900

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Lot 4

14,736

$ 89,900

Lot 3

9,882

SOLD

Lot 5

16,405

$ 91,900

Lot 4

9,882

SOLD

Lot 6

19,008

$ 97,900

Lot 5

9,882

SOLD

Lot 7

17,540

$ 95,900

Lot 6

9,882

SOLD

Lot 8

14,756

$ 89,900

Lot 7

10,120

SOLD

Lot 9

14,713

SOLD

Lot 8

10,642

SOLD

Lot 10

14,713

SOLD

Lot 10

12,627

$ 63,900

Lot 11

15,161

SOLD

Lot 11

13,828

SOLD

Lot 12

17,102

SOLD

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12,289

$ 63,900 $ 59,900

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17,102

SOLD

Lot 13

10,104

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15,807

$ 89,900

Lot 14

9,860

SOLD

Lot 15

17,214

$ 89,900

Lot 15

9,860

$ 59,900

Lot 16

10,267

$ 59,900

Great Location. Great Amenities. Great Lots. For more information contact:

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INTO THE WOODS

Y0302 Reclaimed Oak Planked

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Instant ambiance. That’s what makes wood a natural choice for commercial surface applications. Its warmth and depth are unparalleled. In addition to maintenance, availability, and durability, today’s architects and design professionals don’t want to contribute to deforestation and the over-harvesting of wood species. The solution: Wilsonart® Standard Woodgrain Laminates, now available in 16 additional designs. The new patterns give ecoconscious design professionals more ways to convey the timeless beauty of wood-affordably and sustainability.

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Y0327K Noir Timber

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REDEFINE LUXURY

L6444 Ribboned Brite Brushed Sterling

While precious metals, like gold and silver, are still the epitome of high sophistication, today, more industrial and utiliarian metals such as copper, aluminum, steel, and brass have grabbed the spotlight. Channeling the trend of mixing and layering warm metal tones such as copper, gold, and rose gold with cooler metal tones of silver aluminum, Wilsonart, a leading manufacturer of decorative engineered surfaces for more than 50 years, is pleased to announce new additions to the Wilsonart® Decorative Metals collection.

L6453 Rough Cut

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2016 PLAINS BUILDER AD CHOICE

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BY MONTH __________________________________________________ I will submit ad by Dec. 4, 2015

I will submit ad monthly by the 15th of the month prior to publication I will provide materials by Nov. 13, 2015 for HBA to design my ad AMOUNT $___________________

2016 DIRECTORY AD CHOICE

AD SIZE________________________ COLOR______________________________ $90 Online Featured Listing/Logo Promotion (discounted from $215 for non-advertisers) Use 2015 Ad

I will submit ad by Oct. 16, 2015

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2016 PERMITS PLUS AD CHOICE AD SIZE____________________________________________________________ ANNUAL

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ADVERTISING AGREEMENT

The undersigned hereby makes application for advertising space in publication(s) indicated on opposite page published by the Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead. I understand that this contract in non-cancelable and payment is due as indicated on opposite page in regards to the advertising option(s) I indicated. COMPANY______________________________________________________________________________________________ CONTACT (first and last) __________________________________________________________________________________ AD AGENCY (if applicable)_________________________________________________________________________________ ADDRESS ______________________________________________________________________________________________ CITY___________________________ STATE________ ZIP _________________ PHONE______________________________________ EMAIL_____________________________________________________ WEBSITE (for linking)_____________________________________________________________________________________ SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS__________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ SIGNATURE________________________________________________ PRINT NAME _________________________________ DATE______________________________________ Please return contract and make checks payable to:

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Save the Date!

The NAHB International Builders’ Show

Registration is now open! Registration Deadlines: Early Registration: Oct. 1 - Nov. 20, 2015- $375 Regular Registration: Nov. 21, 2015 - Jan. 16, 2016- $425 *First time attendees are only $150 SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE *Schedule is preliminary and is subject to change.

Tuesday, Jan. 19 8 a.m. Opening Ceremonies 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Exhibits Open 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Education Sessions Wednesday, Jan. 20 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Education Sessions 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Exhibits Open Thursday, Jan. 21 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Education Sessions 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Exhibits Open 5 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. IBS Spike Concert

HOTEL: The Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino is the designated hotel for North Dakota attendees. Contact Sami Eidenschink at the HBA of F-M at (701) 232-5846 or sami@hbafm.com to get more information on the show or registration. Contact Michelle Johnson at (701) 492-5000 or mjohnson@ttravel.com for airfare rates.

The NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) is the largest annual light construction show in the world, every year attracting 50,000 visitors from more than 100 countries. IBS brings together the industry’s most important global manufacturers and suppliers and showcases the latest products, materials and technologies involved in all types of buildings – including wood, concrete, stone and brick. See more than 400,000 net square feet of exhibits and 1,300 manufacturers and suppliers of the latest and most in-demand products and services. Don’t miss visiting The New American Home - NAHB’s show home – which highlights new products and techniques. See cutting-edge efficiency, technology and sustainability, all set in a contemporary style home with stunning desert view.

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Earn your Certified Green Professional Designation

The Certified Green Professional (CGP)™ designation was created to teach building industry professionals strategies for incorporating green building principles into homes using cost-effective and affordable options. Required Courses for the CGP: • Green Building for Building Professionals • Business Management for Building Professionals* offered Oct. 23.

*If you already hold an NAHB designation, only Green Building for Building Professionals is required to receive the CGP designation.

October 20-21

Also offered is a class to earn your Master Certified Green Professional designation

Green Building for Building Professionals

In this two-day course, you will learn how to apply green building practices in the construction of a new home, remodel, site development or multifamily project. With a focus on flexibility, a sound knowledge base and cost-effective solutions, the course provides the tools for a successful green project. As a graduate of this course, you will learn how to: • Integrate sound building science principles and a whole-house approach into the design, construction and remodeling process • Address water, resource and energy efficiency as well as indoor environmental quality in your projects • Market and sell in the expanding green home marketplace • This course is approved by AIA and qualifies for 12 LU/HSW Hours

October 22

Advanced Green Building: Project Management

This course identifies important systems, documents and communication strategies. It is highly recommended that the Green Building for Building Professionals course be taken prior to this, or that an attendee has a basic understanding of green certification programs and how they work. By completing this course, you will be able to: • Describe how project management processes apply to green builders, remodelers and developers. • Utilize green project management to increase operational efficiency and improve the bottom line. • Identify ways to decrease the potential liabilities associated with green building.

October 23

Business Management for Building Professionals Learn the management skills that give industry leaders the edge. This course will give you a solid foundation for managing small to medium size building/remodeling and service companies. This course explains critical elements from planning to evaluating progress and presents practical tips and tools for managing a business successfully. You’ll get a solid grasp of business best practices and practical tools of value whether you are a new or experienced business owner. As a graduate of this course, you will be able to: • Identify common business challenges and ways to overcome them. • Describe the three basic functional areas of a business. • Describe how to plan effectively for achieving business success. • Describe the organization and processes that a company needs to have in place to run efficiently. • Identify methods for recruiting, interviewing, training and retaining quality personnel. • Identify performance tools to help you achieve success. • Identify methods for evaluating your progress. • This course is approved by AIA and qualifies for Approved for 6 AIA/CES LU

About the Speaker:

John R. Freer, is a green building & sustainability trainer. He holds many designations, including; Master CGP, CGB, LEED AP, Masters of Science in Green Building from SFIA, NAHB Master Certified Green Professional. Freer founded Missoula Green Building Initiative and has over 20 years of practical experience. Freer is a custom home builder in Missoula, Mont.

HIGH QUALITY EDUCATION at a reasonable price! Registrants must fill out this form and return with payment.

All registrations must be pre-paid and received by October 9. Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven working days before the class.

Classes are approved for North Dakota Professional Builder credits through the North Dakota Association of Builders. For more on the NDPB designation: www. ndbuild.com.

Registration form on reverse side

NAHB EDUCATION Offered by Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead October 20-21

Green Building for Building Professionals When: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. each day Where: Home Builders Association of F-M 1802 32nd Ave. S., Fargo

Cost: HBA Member cost: $299 Non Member cost: $599

Approved by AIA and qualifies for 12 LU/HSW hours

October 22 Advanced Green Building: Project Management When: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Where: Cass County Electric Cooperative 3312 42nd St. S., Fargo

Cost: HBA Member cost: $199 Non Member cost: $399

When: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Where: Home Builders Association of F-M 1802 32nd Ave. S., Fargo

Cost: HBA Member cost: $199 Non Member cost: $399

October 23 Business Management for Building Professionals Approved by AIA and qualifies for 6 LU/ CES hours

Registrants must fill out this form and return with payment. All registrations must be pre-paid and received by October 9. Refunds will only be provided if notice of cancellation is received seven working days before the class. Pick classes:

Green Building for Building Professionals

Business Management for Building Professionals

Advanced Green Building: Project Management

Member

Non Member

$199

$399

$299 $199

$599

$399

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Professional designations set HBA members apart

Professional designations offer opportunities for Home Builders Association of Fargo-Moorhead members to improve skills, advance their careers and be recognized for commitment to professional growth. See the next page for a list of HBA members who have earned designations as of August 24, 2015.

NAHB has the most targeted curriculum, accomplished teachers and widely respected education opportunities in the business. The following are brief descriptions of designations that HBA of F-M members can earn • Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist (CAPS) • Certified Graduate Associate (CGA) • Certified Graduate Builder (CGB) • Certified Graduate Remodeler (CGR) • Certified Green Professional (CGP) • Housing Credit Certified Professional (HCCP) To earn these designations, members must take NAHBapproved courses from a set curriculum and keep up with continuing education.

Why earn a designation?

• Set yourself apart from the competition • Enhance your skills • Specialize with designations in Aging in Place and Green Building • Receive additional promotion from NAHB, HBA of F-M • Searchable on NAHB.org • Listed on www.ndbuild.com • Listed on www.hbafm.com • Listed and highlighted in Membership Directory & Consumer Guide • Listed in every HBA of F-M consumer publication, Red River Valley Home & Garden Show guide, Spring Parade of Home magazine, Fall Parade of Homes & Remodeled Home Tour magazine.

North Dakota Professional Builder designation North Dakota Professional Builders (NDPB) requirements: • Meet membership requirements of their local builders association. • Must have held a contractor’s license in the state of North Dakota for at least two years. • Comply with all appropriate North Dakota statutes concerning contractors. • Build in compliance with appropriate local, state and national building codes. • Adhere to the Code of Ethics of North Dakota Association of Builders. • Complete seven credit hours of continuing education annually. NDAB makes its best efforts to determine a builder’s qualifications for certification as an NDPB. While the program recognizes the professionalism of a builder, NDAB does not make warranty or representations, express or implied, to home buyers or others. It has not inspected construction of any home and does not and cannot address the quality of a home.

Interested in pursuing an NAHB Designation? Take your BAR/PREP test online at anytime.

Before receiving any designation, you must know what classes are needed. The Builder Assessment Review determines how many classes are needed to obtain the CGB, and the Professional Remodeler Experience Profile is needed for the CGR. Each test is $95. Associates can earn a To take the test check out : www.nahb.org/BAROnline or Designation! www.nahb.org/PREPOnline Earn your Certified Graduate Associate which affirms your level “I took the time to test in order to have a professional designation which of industry knowledge and your our company could display in our conference room and use to open commitment to professionalism conversations with potential customers about our qualifications for designing in the building industry. It is an and building their new homes. When we can talk with customers about excellent choice for suppliers and the curriculum of the CGB program it gives us an opportunity to show professionals serving the home our company as knowledgeable, experienced and professional. These building industry.

conversations can be the difference for a customer to choose our company over our competitors.” -Clay Dietrich, Dietrich Homes, Inc., CGB

Already working toward an NAHB Designation? HBA to host classes in Fargo

Green Building for Building Professionals – Oct. 20-21 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Advanced Green: Project Management – Oct. 22 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Business Management for Building Professionals – Oct. 23 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Take two of our NAHB classes in October and you will only need Basics of Building to complete the CGA education requirements! See requirements to become a CGA at www.nahb.org/learn.

Professionals with home building designations in the F-M area through National Association of Home Builders or North Dakota Association of Builders (as of August 24, 2015)

Casey Andersen, Casey Construction............... CGB, CGR Dave Anderson, Dave Anderson Construction............. CGP Randy Bach, Beyond Shelter, Inc.................... CGP, HCCP Eric Berg, Eric Berg Construction, Inc....................... NDPB Jeff Boehm, Paul Davis Restoration & Remodeling of the Lakes Area............................................................... CAPS Michael Bullinger, Western Products, Inc................... NDPB Don Dabbert, Jr., Dabbert Custom Homes................ NDPB Clay Dietrich, Dietrich Homes, Inc............................... CGB Jason Eid, Eid-Co Buildings, Inc......... CAPS, CGP, NDPB Kyle Eid, Eid-Co Buildings, Inc................................... CGP Scott Fluge, Norsk Builders......................................... CGP Arthur Goldammer, Verity Homes of Fargo ............................................................. CGB, CGP, NDPB John Gunkelman, Dakota Construction of Fargo, Inc. ........................................ CAPS, CGB, CGP, CGR, NDPB Darrick Guthmiller, Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc..... CGB

Todd Halle, T & S Custom Homes, Inc..................... NDPB Vern Hanson, Hanson Bros., Inc............................... NDPB Bob Kochmann, Kochmann Brothers Homes, Inc......... CGP Greg Krueger, Krueger Construction, Inc................... NDPB Tyrone Leslie, Heritage Homes...CAPS, CGB, CGP, NDPB Dan Lindquist, Dan Lindquist Construction, Inc............ CGP Dustin Murray, Dustin Murray Construction........ CGB, CGR Gary Orth, Cornerstone Specialties, Inc........... CGP, NDPB Lisa Rotvold, Beyond Shelter, Inc..............................HCCP Chris Schmitz, Beyond Shelter, Inc...........................HCCP Heather Struxness, Beyond Shelter, Inc....................HCCP Tom Spaeth, Accent Contracting............................... NDPB Mark Spriggs, M & J Construction of Moorhead, Inc. .....................................................CAPS, CGB, CGP, CGR Lori Westbrook, Beyond Shelter, Inc.......................... HCCP Mike Workman, Jordahl Custom Homes, Inc.............. NDPB Charlie Zach, Zach Construction................................ NDPB