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NAHB’s Insights for 2025 Back to Blog January 6, 2025 mwoolley_specialevents@tbba.net A recent 2025 economic forecast presentation by one of the leading analysts for the National Association of Home Builders pointed toward an array of positives, but did not shy away from the post-pandemic factors that have created a slog in the industry. Danushka Nanayakkara-Skillington,…

Builder Confidence Stands Steady for 2025 as Tampa Bay Recovers from Hurricane Back to Blog January 6, 2025 lmorgan_lauren@tbba.net Builder confidence stands as steady with an optimistic view on the national level, but the forecast for Tampa Bay is more mixed as the region continues to emerge from the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton.…

Home Ownership vs Renting in Tampa Bay Back to Blog November 26, 2024 mwoolley_specialevents@tbba.net Home ownership in Tampa Bay continues to offer a clear household budget benefit when compared to renting. A new Census Bureau report revealed that nearly half of Tampa Bay residents are spending more than 50 percent of their income on renting.…

YIMBY Efforts Gets Congressional Caucus Back to Blog November 26, 2024 mwoolley_specialevents@tbba.net The Yes In My Backyard (YIMBY) movement got a boost in November with the formation of the YIMBY Congressional Caucus. More than 25 members of the U.S. House signed up to form the caucus this week. It’s a bipartisan effort that aims to…

“GO TIME” FOR VOTING IN ELECTION 2024  Back to Blog October 31, 2024 lmorgan_lauren@tbba.net If you have not voted already, it is “Go Time” for registered voters to stand up and be counted in Election 2024 on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. (Find your nearest polling place by logging on to the local Supervisor of Elections…

Run from Water; Hide from Wind Back to Blog October 28, 2024 lmorgan_lauren@tbba.net A mix of prognostications about Florida’s housing market are, and will continue to, emerge in the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton.   The natural inclination may be to assume the one-two punch of storms will add to a market already taking…

Don’t Get Scammed – Find a Qualified Contractor Back to Blog October 17, 2024 mwoolley_specialevents@tbba.net There are thousands of legitimate, ethical contractors in business around the country. Unfortunately, there are also scam artists looking to cheat you out of your money who pose as legitimate contractors. These “fly-by-night” operators often show up in communities impacted…

Florida DBPR Emergency Order Back to Blog September 30, 2024 mwoolley_specialevents@tbba.net The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation Emergency Order permits general contractors to perform roof repairs directly, without subcontracting to a licensed roofing contractor. This is part of a broader set of allowances to facilitate efficient recovery efforts. Read the DBPR Emergency Order. Categories…

Homebuying for the Gen Z’er Back to Blog September 17, 2024 mwoolley_specialevents@tbba.net Gen Z homebuyers – yes, they do exist – have some specific preferences about what they’re seeking. But before you delve into those, recognize that they definitely have an interest in owning homes despite some of the economic challenges in the market. A…

Townhomes Building Sector Thriving Back to Blog August 23, 2024 mwoolley_specialevents@tbba.net The latest housing starts report reflects a significant dip across the nation, but one sector continues to thrive: townhome construction. The National Association of Home Builders analyzed the latest Census Bureau data and drew some favorable conclusions about townhome construction. During the second quarter…