York Builders Association Presents 2022 Scholarships
The York Builders Association (YBA) recently awarded two scholarships to high school seniors through their Trade & Tool Scholarships. The scholarships were presented to high school seniors entering a trade school or entering the building trades workforce.
2022 PEAK Achievement Awards Presented by York Builders Association
Consumers in York County, along with industry professionals from across Pennsylvania have spoken, and the York Builders Association is pleased to announce the 2022 PEAK Achievement Award winners.
Seven Myths About Skilled Trade Careers Debunked
Aside from a lack of awareness about the many benefits of careers in construction, the skilled trades have also faced the challenge of a perception problem through the years.
Local High School Students Connect With Area Employers During Construction Career Day Events
The demand for workers in the construction trades continues to grow, impacting organizations, progress, and consumers. The York Builders Association (YBA) is committed to spreading awareness about the tremendous career opportunities available locally through events like Construction Career Days.
Add to Your Home’s Value in 2022 with These Home Improvements
Still managing COVID restrictions by working or schooling remotely? Need more functional space in your home? It’s 2022! Your home doesn’t have to feel dreary or claustrophobic. Here are three remodeling projects that are not only popular but can help increase the value of your home.
You Don’t Need a Degree to Be Successful. Here are 7 Careers That Prove It.
Student debt rates are higher than ever, with fewer college graduates finding satisfying and long-term careers in return. Did you know that student loan debt in the U.S. totals $1.75 trillion? If you are open to pursuing a career in the skilled trades, a degree won’t likely be necessary. Here are 7 professions that prove you don’t need a college degree (and all the debt that comes with it) to build a high-paying and fulfilling career.
​Latest NAHB News
- Existing Home Sales Slow in Januaryby Fan-Yu Kuo on February 21, 2025
After three months of increases, existing home sales retreated in January from the 10-month high last month, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Sales continued to be suppressed by higher mortgage rates, which remained above 6.5% despite the Fed cutting rates by 100 basis […]
- Townhouse Construction Expanded in 2024by Robert Dietz on February 21, 2025
Townhouse construction expanded 10% during 2024, outpacing the rest of the single-family home building market. According to NAHB analysis of the most recent Census data of Starts and Completions by Purpose and Design, during the fourth quarter of 2024, single-family attached starts totaled […]
- Families Must Spend 38% of Their Income on Mortgage Paymentsby Rose Quint on February 20, 2025
In a clear sign illustrating the housing affordability challenges facing Americans, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Cost of Housing Index (CHI) found that in the fourth quarter of 2024, a family earning the nation’s median income of $97,800 needed 38% of its income to […]
- Single-Family Built-for-Rent Construction Falls Backby Robert Dietz on February 20, 2025
Single-family built-for-rent construction posted year-over-year declines for the fourth quarter of 2024, as a higher cost of financing crowded out development activity. This slowdown is similar to the deceleration of multifamily construction in recent quarters. According to NAHB’s analysis of […]
- Housing Starts Retreat at the Start of 2025by Robert Dietz on February 19, 2025
Constrained housing affordability conditions due to ongoing, elevated interest rates led to a reduction in single-family production to start the new year. Overall housing starts decreased 9.8% in January to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.37 million units, according to a report from the U.S. […]
​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.
