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ISSUE: Wednesday, April 1, 2020
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Local "Stay at Home" Orders Extended
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Local governments, including Harris County, the City of Houston and Montgomery County have extended their respective “Stay at Home” orders until April 30. We suspect other local municipalities with similar orders currently in place will extend their deadlines to April 30 as well.
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Today at 2 pm, an
NAHB webinar will be available to all members concerning the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), which created the Family Medical Leave Expansion Act and Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act to provide protections for employees who need to take leave during the COVID-19 health crisis. Employers should be prepared for the provisions of the Act to take effect today.
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FAQs for Those Seeking Small Business Loans Under Stimulus Law
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(
NAHB Now) - The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act expands the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) 7(a) loan program to include nearly $350 billion for a small business program called the Payroll Protection Program.
The Payroll Protection Program is not provided through SBA directly, so the first step to qualifying for a loan through the Payroll Protection Program is to find an SBA-approved lender in your community. If your bank is not an SBA lender, you can contact the SBA at 1-877-475-2435 to find one; or visit the SBA website section on the
7(a) loan program. If you have trouble getting through to the national SBA office, try
your district office.
NAHB has put together FAQs on how to apply for a small business loan under the Payroll Protection Program, who is eligible and much more.
View the FAQs
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Meet GHBA Community Member,
Sharone Mayberry
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In this time of social isolation, it’s the human connection that will get us through. Each week, we’ll introduce you to a fellow member of your GHBA community. We hope that you’ll reach out and say hello!
Week 2: Sharone Mayberry, Mayberry Homes [
VIDEO]
P.S. – Full disclosure, we had other plans for these videos. But we thought you could all use a pick-me-up, so we’re releasing them early.
Enjoy!
Who will be next? Stay tuned next Wednesday!
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Beware COVID Scams & Spams
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Just another reminder to be aware of rampant scamming and fraudulent behavior ongoing right now. GHBA 401k provider, Keystone Retirement, has the
following tips to help you stay informed and remain vigilant during this challenging time.
Keep in mind, during such an unpredictable time, information can be scarce – especially on the programs included in the economic stimulus bills from Congress. But, fast information is not always good information and it’s important to ensure you’re getting information from a trusted source.
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Builders, Can You Donate PPE?
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Healthcare Workers Need Our Help
The shortage of masks and eye protection among healthcare workers is at a crisis level. Both the U.S. President and Vice President have called upon the construction industry to provide these items to the healthcare industry immediately.
In answer to the call, HomeAid Houston is asking for donations of masks, eye protection and other personal protective equipment (PPE). Thank you to David Weekley Homes and BMC for their leadership in organizing our local efforts.
It is imperative that our healthcare providers have these s as they are on the front line of the battle to test, treat, and contain COVID-19, and we need to protect them.
Materials we are collecting include:
- Masks (Dust masks, N95, etc.)
- Eye protection (Glasses, goggles, shields, etc.)
- Surgical gloves
- Anything else you may think useful as PPE
DROP-OFF LOCATION
BMC – Millwork
16002 Tomball Pkwy, Houston TX 77080
No Appts necessary (M-F 7am-5pm)
Let us know when your company makes a contribution, and we'll share the good news via social media. #BuildersCare
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2020 Scholarship Applications Open
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GHBA's
Scholarship Program, presented annually by the Associate Council, provides assistance to members' children in pursuing a college degree. These scholarships are made possible through the donations of generous association members.
Can you help?
Donations of any size are encouraged and appreciated. Every penny goes directly to student scholarships. It's also tax deductible!
Is your son or daughter a college student or a college-bound high school senior?
Apply for the 2020 scholarship!
Deadline Friday, May 1
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Read Houston Builder magazine online, anytime, anywhere.
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Thank you to our 2020 Sustaining Associate Members (SAMs)
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GRAND ($10,000+)
ACES Builders Warranty
AIRIA Development Corp.
BMC
Benchmark Mortgage
Builders Choice Inc.
Builders Post-Tension
Carrier Corporation
Centricity
Champions Stone Co.
DataSmart/Duncan Security
Detering Co. of Houston
DPIS Builder Services
DuPure
Expressions Home Gallery
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Ferguson Bath, Kitchen
& Lighting Gallery
Fox Energy Specialists
Gulf & Basco
HomePro Home Technologies
Hotchkiss Insurance Agency
Ironwood Connection
Legends Architectural Stone
Milgard Windows & Doors
Norbord Industries
Perfection Supply
Rooftec
Sherwin-Williams Co.
SRG Stairs
StrucSure Home Warranty
Suncoast Post-Tension
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PREMIER ($5,000+)
ABC Home & Commercial Services
Allpoints Surveying
Centerpoint Energy
ConnectOne A SMART HOME Company
Exterior Inspections
Huber Engineered Woods
Keller Williams – The Icon Team
RoyOMartin/Corrigan OSB
Texas Builders Finance
Thorntree Slate & Marble
Venetian Stairs
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage
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GREATER HOUSTON BUILDERS ASSOCIATION
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