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How To Find A Builder That Is Right For You

How To Find A Builder That Is Right For You

If you’re thinking about building a new home or taking on a remodeling project, one key decision you’ll have to make is finding a builder. Working with an experienced, professional builder can make a difference when it comes to creating your dream home.

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York Builders Association and Traditions Mortgage Present the 53rd Annual York Home & Garden Show

York Builders Association and Traditions Mortgage Present the 53rd Annual York Home & Garden Show

The 53rd Annual York Builders Association (YBA) Home & Garden Show will return to the Weis Arena at the York Fairgrounds May 7 – 9, 2021. The York Home & Garden Show provides inspiration for home improvement projects of all kinds and gives area residents an opportunity to see and learn about the latest indoor and outdoor home and garden products and services directly from trusted local experts all under one roof for three days.

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The York Builders Association Welcomes Brandon Knaub as 2021 President

The York Builders Association Welcomes Brandon Knaub as 2021 President

The York Builders Association (YBA), the York County PA community’s resource for the home building & remodeling industry, today announced the installation of Brandon Knaub of Cameo Services, Inc. as the 2021 President. Knaub will serve as President of the YBA Board of Directors for a term of one year.

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York Builders Association Parade of Homes Goes Virtual for 2020

York Builders Association Parade of Homes Goes Virtual for 2020

The York Builders Association recently launched its first-ever Virtual Parade of Homes, featuring seven local new & remodeled projects. The Virtual Parade of Homes features videos of each project highlighting the project itself, the builder or remodeler, and in some cases, even the homeowner. This virtual event is presented by Traditions Mortgage, a division of York Traditions Bank.

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​Latest NAHB News
  • State-Level Employment Situation: March 2025
    by Danushka Nanayakkara-Skillington on April 18, 2025

    Nonfarm payroll employment increased in 37 states and the District of Columbia in March compared to the previous month, while it decreased in 12 states. Wyoming reported no change during this time. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, nationwide total nonfarm payroll employment increased by […]

  • Housing Starts Decline Amid Economic Uncertainty
    by Danushka Nanayakkara-Skillington on April 17, 2025

    Constrained housing affordability conditions due to elevated interest rates, rising construction costs and labor shortages led to a reduction in housing production in March. Overall housing starts decreased 11.4% in March to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.32 million units, according to a […]

  • Builder Confidence Levels Indicate Slow Start for Spring Housing Season
    by Robert Dietz on April 16, 2025

    Growing economic uncertainty stemming from tariff concerns and elevated building material costs kept builder sentiment in negative territory in April, despite a modest bump in confidence likely due to a slight retreat in mortgage interest rates in recent weeks. Builder confidence in the market for […]

  • Despite Exemptions and Delays, Tariffs are Already Affecting Builders
    by Paul Emrath on April 15, 2025

    Home builders have already started to feel the effects of U.S. tariff policy, according to recent NAHB member surveys. This is true even though the Administration did not announce its list of reciprocal tariffs until April 2nd, lumber along with USMCA-compliant imports from Canada and Mexico were […]

  • Permits Pullback in February 2025
    by Danushka Nanayakkara-Skillington on April 15, 2025

    Permits continue the downward trend for the second month in a row. Over the first two months of 2025, the total number of single-family permits issued year-to-date (YTD) nationwide reached 147,119. On a year-over-year (YoY) basis, this is a decline of 5.2% over the February 2024 level of 155,236. […]

​Latest PBA News
  • FREE Build Science Programs for Members and Students
    by Rick Cochran on March 26, 2025

    The Pennsylvania Housing Research Center shared the following information Build Science curriculum with PBA. This is a free resource for all members – as well as a great tool for The post FREE Build Science Programs for Members and Students appeared first on Pennsylvania Builders Association.

  • PBA Installs 2025 Officers
    by Rick Cochran on March 25, 2025

    As they do every year, PBA members gathered to celebrate and install leadership at the Installation Gala. This year’s event was held on March 21 at the Mohegan Pennsylvania in The post PBA Installs 2025 Officers appeared first on Pennsylvania Builders Association.

  • Jon Sukonik Honored with Special PBA Award
    by Rick Cochran on March 25, 2025

    During the 2025 PBA Installation Gala, Immediate Past President Thomas McCosby announced the establishment of a new PBA award designed to recognize outstanding service to the members. For the inaugural The post Jon Sukonik Honored with Special PBA Award appeared first on Pennsylvania Builders […]

  • PBA Winter 2025 Committee and Board of Directors Reports
    by Rick Cochran on March 25, 2025

    PBA members gathered at the Mohegan Pennsylvania in Wilkes-Barre for the Winter Committee and Board of Directors meetings along with the annual Installation Gala. Meeting chairs provided a brief summary The post PBA Winter 2025 Committee and Board of Directors Reports appeared first on […]

  • IMPORTANT Annual Filing Requirements for Business Owners
    by Rick Cochran on February 6, 2025

    For 2025, Pennsylvania introduced a new annual obligation: filing an annual report with the Department of State. The new annual filing is mandatory for all business and nonprofit entities registered The post IMPORTANT Annual Filing Requirements for Business Owners appeared first on Pennsylvania […]