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President’s Blog: NAHB Also Leading on Independent Contractor Issue
Note: This is part two of a two-part blog on this subject. To read part one, click here. As part of its advocacy program on your behalf, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) is monitoring issues surrounding the status of independent contracting at the national level. There have been several federal developments on independent contractor status recently. While it is imperative …
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President’s Blog: On the Horizon – Independent Contracting Under Fire
Note: This is part one of a two-part blog on this subject. To read part two, click here. Recently, I’ve seen a new issue emerging on the advocacy landscape for our industry which relies heavily on the independent contracting model. The U.S. Department of Labor and Internal Revenue Service (IRS) are targeting small businesses like ours to ensure they are classifying …
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President’s Blog: Looking Ahead (Part 3 of 3) – Advocacy is our Prize
It was my honor to address HBA members at our annual HBA Christmas Party & Banquet on December 13. For those who were not able to join us, or for others who might like to look a little more closely at what we covered together that evening, I’m breaking the main content of my speech from that night into a …
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President’s Blog: Looking Ahead (Part 2 of 3) – Education is Our Standard
It was my honor to address HBA members at our annual HBA Christmas Party & Banquet on December 13. For those who were not able to join us, or for others who might like to look a little more closely at what we covered together that evening, I’m breaking the main content of my speech from that night into a …
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Matt Bailey: Testimony to House Disaster Recovery Committee
As a part of the HBA’s effort to lead in public policy discussions in the aftermath of the Joplin tornado destruction, I was honored to recently submit testimony outlining our position as an association on the purpose and best use of building codes, local control, and more. The testimony was submitted on behalf of the HBA of Greater Springfield to …
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President’s Blog: Our Members & Staff Represent Well in Joplin
It has been seven weeks since a devastating F-5 tornado killed 158 people and destroyed much of the city of Joplin. It is still difficult to comprehend the agony that is experienced by so many there. I know our neighbors in Joplin remain in the thoughts and prayers of all of us here in Springfield. And, for those in the …
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Rebuilding Joplin: Contractor Guidance & Consumer Tips in the Aftermath
It is easy to feel helpless while watching the images out of Joplin following last Sunday’s devastating tornado. The profound loss they have experienced goes beyond what most of us could ever even imagine. Yet there are stories of inspiration as well. Neighbors helping neighbors. Survivors pulled from rubble. And, even as people on the ground sift through debris and …
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Matt Bailey: ‘Membership Matters’ Blog Helps Members Help Members
I am passionate about HBA member engagement. If you were at the Clarion Hotel for the HBA’s February general membership meeting you know from my “State of the Association” remarks how strongly I believe that the most valuable thing we can do for our members is to actively engage them in their membership in the HBA. Member engagement is my top …
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Better Times Ahead
As we start a new decade, we look forward to better times ahead. The last three years have been a struggle in the construction industry, but with the lessons learned have made us all better and more efficient at what we do. That’s good news for you as you plan your next home improvement, remodel or new construction project. Local …
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