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York Builders Association Announces the 57th Annual York Home & Garden Show

York Builders Association Announces the 57th Annual York Home & Garden Show

The York Builders Association is excited to announce the 57th Annual York Home & Garden Show, returning February 7-9, 2025, at the UPMC Arena in the York Expo Center. Proudly sponsored by Traditions Bank, Member FDIC, this highly anticipated event brings together homeowners, industry professionals, and experts for a weekend of inspiration, education, and connection.

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Latest NAHB News
  • Slight Decline in Rates Helps New Home Sales to Edge Higher in February
    by Robert Dietz on March 25, 2025

    A slight decline in mortgage rates and limited existing inventory helped new home sales to edge higher in February even as housing affordability challenges continue to act as a strong headwind on the market. Sales of newly built, single-family homes in February increased 1.8% to a 676,000 […]

  • Lower Mortgage Rates, Better Affordability
    by Na Zhao on March 24, 2025

    As housing affordability remains a critical challenge across the country, mortgage rates continue to play a central role in shaping homebuying power. Mortgage rates stayed elevated throughout 2023 and early 2024. Recent data, however, shows a modest decline in mortgage rates. Even slight declines […]

  • People Not in the Labor Force
    by Jing Fu on March 24, 2025

    According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), people who are neither working nor looking for work are counted as “not in the labor force”. Understanding the size and characteristics of individuals not in the labor force is crucial for a comprehensive assessment of the job market and […]

  • Volume of Residential Construction Loans Falls in Q4 2024
    by Jesse Wade on March 21, 2025

    Higher interest rates and tight financial lending conditions have led to a decline in loans for new home construction. The total volume of acquisition, development, and construction (AD&C) loans outstanding from FDIC-insured institutions fell 1.02% to $490.7 billion, the third straight […]

  • Existing Home Sales Increased in February
    by Fan-Yu Kuo on March 20, 2025

    Existing home sales in February increased to the second highest level since March 2024, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR). This rebound suggests buyers are slowly entering the market as inventory improves and mortgage rates decline from recent high in January. Despite rates […]

Latest PBA News
  • 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 […]

  • Winter Regional Meeting Registration OPEN!
    by Rick Cochran on January 7, 2025

    Registrations are now open for the 2025 Winter Regional Meetings. Regional meetings are important opportunities for PBA members to stay informed and to have their voices heard. Please check to The post Winter Regional Meeting Registration OPEN! appeared first on Pennsylvania Builders Association.