March 20, 2018
#1 Making It Easier For Members to Do Business
Businesses today operate in a highly regulated environment which increases costs and creates cumbersome business processes. Whether it helps builders, developers or the countless support professions our advocacy efforts focus on scaling back regulations and reducing costs. Throughout 2017, SAHBA and our various government partners, worked to find opportunities to facilitate new home construction and business growth in Southern Arizona.     Read more
#2 Thank you, 2018 Renewals!
Thank you to members with January, February and March renewal dates who have already renewed! If your member anniversary is in the first quarter, click the button to confirm that we have your payment. If not, or you have any questions, contact Sara or call 520-795-5114 ext. 229.
#3 Legislative Push for Housing Affordability
Last week, we met with AZ Speaker of the House JD Mesnard to communicate the importance of HB2507 which would cut back on frivolous lawsuits pushed by out of state attorneys that are driving up housing costs. Future homeowners would be the big winner if the bill passes. 
#4 Looking for New Employees?
We have tapped into a new pipeline for skilled workers. Governor Ducey’s Second Chance program is focused on helping ex-offenders transition to the workplace. The program helps eligible inmates learn job readiness skills to prepare them for post-prison employment. When SAHBA toured the employment center at Wilmot Prison, we learned many in the program have experience in the construction trades. Contact Art Flagg if you want to learn more. 
#5 Thinking of Buying or Selling a Home? Visit the SAHBA Home Show
Experts will be on hand at the SAHBA Spring Home Show, April 6-8, 2018 at the Tucson Convention Center, to share insight about “What Matters to Buyers and Sellers in Today’s Housing Market.” Long Realty is a new major sponsor and will be doing two presentations each day of the home show on the Exhibit Hall Floor. 

Visit SAHBAHomeShow.com , Like us on Facebook or call (520)-795-3025 or email Jennifer for more details!
L-R: Reneé Gonzales, Executive Vice President Core Services, President of Long Title Agency and Managing Director for Long Mortgage Company; Baron Gauna, Director of Education.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS

  • April 3 - SAHBA Mixer at DR Horton's Saguaro Bloom community from 5-7PM, 9174 W. Spanish Dagger Dr., Marana, AZ 85653. Please RSVP to Christina.
  • April 18 - Government Liaison Breakfast, 7:30AM. Register here.
  • May 1 - SAHBA Mixer at Barrio Brewery, 5-7PM
  • Sept. 7 - SAHBA Charity Golf Tournament, Omni Tucson National.
OTHER NEWS
Scholarships Support Next Generation of Industry Leaders
From NAHB Now.com, March 16
 Encourage students you know to submit their applications soon as the deadlines are quickly approaching- April 1.
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Discounted Workers Comp Plans for Members

SolidSurface.com switched!
Will you?

Kathy O’Lochlayne is very happy with their discounted Workers Comp plan through SAHBA's new partnership with ARMSA. “It was a very good experience, and we saved at least $2,000!” said Kathy. “Carly was amazing, so patient, explaining everything. It put her over the top. I know I can call her anytime and she’ll have answers within minutes.” 
Half Off Select Tablets from Verizon!

As a member of SAHBA you can participate in NPP (National Purchasing Partner) deals for the home building industry. This quarter, NPP company members get BIG savings on iPads, Galaxies and accessories from Verizon. See the latest deals and devices. For a limited time only. Read more

You can get up to 18% OFF Verizon monthly access fees when they sign up with your company passcode: 174F85FB

NPP Customer Service 800.810.3909
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