Advertising doesn’t have to be expensive…
In today’s competitive marketplace it’s more important than ever to keep your name in front of homeowners. As one YBA member put it, I’m busy now, but this might be a bubble so I want to keep my name out there.
Parade of Homes expands to Hanover
At a recent Parade meeting in the Hanover Area, member and veteran builder Paul Burkentine, Burkentine & Sons Builders made an important statement, competition is good. He understands that by joining together through the Parade everyone wins.
Parade Photo Shoot Winner Announced
Congratulations to Brad Rohrbaugh & Associates. Brad is the winner of the half day photo shoot courtesy of Hayman Studio for submitting his entry by the Early Bird Deadline. He is entering a gorgeous first floor remodel in the York Suburban School District. Brad is also participating in Chefs on Parade with Chef Darlene from Tapenade Bistro.
Newest York Builders Association Partner Announced
The York Builders Association is proud to announce its newest partner, Schmuck Lumber Company. As a Partner, they have committed to joining with the York Builders Association to strengthen the Association, advance the industry, and enhance the events in which they will be participating.
YBA gains 30 new members with the help of our current members
Earlier this spring the Membership Committee launched a month long membership drive and we could not be more proud to announce that we have successfully gained 30 new members and still have several potential members in hand.
Hively Landscapes Volunteers to Help Local School
On Friday May 8, 2015 thirty employees of Hively Landscapes volunteered their Day of Service to benefit the Alexander D. Goode elementary school in York city.
​Latest NAHB News
- New Home Sales Slow in January 2025by Jing Fu on February 26, 2025
New home sales decreased in January to a three-month low, as housing affordability continues to sideline potential home buyers. Mortgage rates are expected to remain above 6% throughout 2025, coupled with elevated home prices, creating a significant affordability challenge for both first-time […]
- Year-over-Year Gain for Multifamily Missing Middleby Robert Dietz on February 26, 2025
The missing middle construction sector includes development of medium-density housing, such as townhouses, duplexes and other small multifamily properties. The multifamily segment of the missing middle (apartments in 2- to 4-unit properties) has generally disappointed since the Great Recession. […]
- New and Existing Home Price Gap Shrinkingby Onnah Dereski on February 25, 2025
The traditional price gap between new and existing homes was nearly nonexistent at the end of 2024. The median price for a new single-family home sold in the fourth quarter of 2024 was $419,200, a mere $9,100 above the existing home sales price of $410,100, according to U.S. Census Bureau and […]
- Multifamily Unit Size Increasesby Robert Dietz on February 25, 2025
According to NAHB analysis of quarterly Census data, the count of multifamily, for-rent housing starts declined during the fourth quarter of 2024. For the quarter, 91,000 multifamily residences started construction. Of this total, 86,000 were built-for-rent. This was almost 12% lower than the […]
- Single-Family Home Size Increasesby Robert Dietz on February 24, 2025
An expected impact of the virus crisis was a need for more residential space, as people used homes for more purposes including work. Home size correspondingly increased in 2021 as interest rates reached historic lows. However, as interest rates increased in 2022 and 2023, and housing affordability […]
​Latest PBA News
- IMPORTANT Annual Filing Requirements for Business Ownersby 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.
- Meet Dean Hilliard, 2025 PBA Presidentby Rick Cochran on January 2, 2025
On January 1, 2025, Dean Hilliard assumed the office of PBA President. Read below to learn more about Dean, his ties to the industry, and his plans for the Pennsylvania The post Meet Dean Hilliard, 2025 PBA President appeared first on Pennsylvania Builders Association.
- Year-End Message from Tom McCosby, PBA Presidentby Rick Cochran on November 25, 2024
As the year winds down, I would like to thank everyone who has worked to make PBA a more modern, responsive organization. First, John Olson started us on a path The post Year-End Message from Tom McCosby, PBA President appeared first on Pennsylvania Builders Association.
- PBA Winter Meeting Registrationby Rick Cochran on November 25, 2024
Plans are underway for the 2025 PBA Committee and Board of Directors meetings. The meetings, along with the annual Installation Gala, will be held March 20-22, 2025, at the Mohegan The post PBA Winter Meeting Registration appeared first on Pennsylvania Builders Association.
