Lincoln Business Builder (February 2015)

The LINCOLN BUSINESS BUILDER February 2015

Published monthly by the Home Builders Association of Lincoln

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Volume 52 No. 2

A Li nco Traditio ln n 43 Year for s!

Nebraska Builders Home & Garden Show 2015

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Friday - 1 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Saturday - 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Sunday - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Lancaster Event Center • 84th & Havelock Avenue Admission: $8 for adults • FREE for children 12 & under Get $1 off admission with a non-perishable item for the FREE Nebraska Lottery Scratch Ticket to the first 600 people who enter the Home Show!

Valid Friday, February 13 only with paid admission.

Must be 19 years or older.

In this issue...

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• Nebraska Builders Home & Garden Show pages 6-9 • Installation & Awards Ceremony pages 14-17 • Spring Parade Contracts page 22-23

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President’s Message

February 2015 Vol. 52, No. 2

President’s Message

Contents President’s Message

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Calendar of Events

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Chili Cook-off

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2015 Nebraska Builders Home & Garden Show 6-9 Member News

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LHBCF Scholarship Application

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Educational Opportunities

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Installation & Awards Ceremony 14-17 Economic Forecast for 2015

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Young Building Professionals Council 21 Spring Parade of Homes

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New Members

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Renewals

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Directory Changes

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Mike May HBAL President With the College Football Championship Game the same night as the HBAL Installation & Awards Ceremony, it was a tough decision for some on what to do. Thank you to those who were able to attend! This was a special evening for Evon and I and we enjoyed seeing fellow members being recognized for their service to HBAL. The Nebraska Builders Home & Garden Show continues to grow each year and proves to be extremely valuable to the exhibitors, attendees and City of Lincoln. Booth space for the 2015 Show is already SOLD-OUT! If you haven’t attended or participated as an exhibitor, it is certainly worth the short drive to the Lancaster Event Center.

Let’s have a Safe, Productive & Profitable 2015!

Cancellations 25 Building Permits

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Home Builders Association of Lincoln

Executive Committee Mike May, President

Young Building Professionals Council

6100 S. 58th Street, Suite C, Lincoln, NE 68516 (402) 423-4225 phone • (402) 423-4251 fax www.hbal.org • info@hbal.org

Justin Johnson, President Elect

Matt Kinning

The Lincoln Business Builder is published 12 times per year by the Home Builders Association of Lincoln, 6100 S. 58th Street, Suite C, Lincoln, NE 68516. The Lincoln Business Builder is mailed to all members of the HBAL. The Home Builders Association does not accept responsibility for or endorse any statements or claims made by advertisers or authors of any articles.

The annual subscription rate is included with your membership dues.

Mike Benker Jennie Korth

Publisher Editor, Photographer, Design

Matt Kleinschmit, 1st Vice President Perry Haralson, 2nd Vice President Lori Wellman, CKD, CGR, CAPS, Secretary Bob Bryant, Treasurer Mike Kinning, Immediate Past President Mike Benker, Executive Vice President

National Directors Justin Johnson Mike Kinning Mike May Perry Haralson, Alternate Dan Klein, Sr., Alternate Lori Wellman, Alternate

Board of Directors

National Life Directors

Taylor Ashburn, Jess Baker, CGP, Jeff Bielenberg, Ruth Hietbrink, Bo Jones, Matt Karl, Tim Kenny, Jerry Maher, CGP, CAPS, CGB, Linda Potter, Lance Roach, Marlene Stroup, Ken Svoboda

Jim Christo, CGR, CGB, Steve Fulton, CGP, Joe Hampton, Duane Helmink, John Hoppe, Jr., Ward Fred Hoppe, Joe McKee, Robert Peterson, J. Greg Schwinn, Bob Stephens

HBAL Staff

Remodelers Council

Sam Gans-King, Michaela Harrison & Jennie Korth

Mark Aksamit

Past Presidents Jerry Boyce, Mike Goings, Rick Krueger, Dan Kubr, Donn Mann, Sam Manzitto, Roger Reynolds, CGR, CAPS, Mike Rezac, Greg Shinaut

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Calendar of Events

Calendar of Events Feb. 5

Remodelers Council After Hours Ferguson Bath, Kitchen and Lighting Gallery 5001 S. 19th Street 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Feb. 13-15

Nebraska Builders Home & Garden Show Lancaster Event Center Fri. 1 p.m. - 9 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m. - 8 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. $8 per person at the door or $7 with a non-perishable food item (see pg. 6 for special member only pricing)

Feb. 20

Spring Parade of Homes Early Bird Deadline

Feb. 27

Spring Parade of Homes Final Deadline

Mar. 2

Seventh Annual Chili Cook-off Sesostris Shrine Center • 1050 Saltillo Road 6:00 p.m.

Cost: $15 per person (kids 12 years & under FREE)

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Chili Cook-off

Join us for the hottest event of the year!

7th

Annual HBAL Chili Cookoff

Monday, March 2, 2015 Shrine Center • 1050 Saltillo Road (off Hwy 77 & Saltillo Road)

6:00 p.m. - Let the feast begin!

7:30 p.m. - Votes must be cast 7:45 p.m. - Prizes awarded

Admission

$15 per person • kids 12 and under are free

Thank You!

Lincoln Federal Savings Bank for providing the beer.

West Gate Bank for providing the Miller & Paine Cinnamon Rolls.

Raffle Prizes!!

There will be a variety of prizes awarded throughout the evening! Each attendee will receive a raffle ticket upon arriving at the event.

A separate drawing will be held for kids. Prizes include gift baskets, gift certificates and more!

Thanks to the following for donating a raffle prize:

Lincoln Children’s Museum Lincoln Title • Nebraska Furniture Mart Nebraska Land Title & Abstract Nebraska Title Co. • Union Title Company If you are interested in donating a prize or sponsoring part of the event, please contact Jennie at 402-423-4225 or jennie@hbal.org.

The proceeds from this event will go to the Lincoln Home Builders Care Foundation. Its mission is to support the educational and charitable activities of the Home Builders Association of Lincoln. The Foundation strives to support the community by contributing to community service projects focused on housing, as well as providing scholarships for students pursuing a career related to the building industry, and providing funding for other industry related educational and research programs. Gifts are tax deductible to this 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

Chili Entrant Info Cost for a booth - FREE Chili preparation and booth set-up: 10:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. *All preparation MUST be done at the Shrine Center!* Exhibitors (cooks) will: • Prepare 3 gallons of chili (in a roaster pan) • Have their own meat thermometer • Bring a table cover • Provide their own three-prong extension cords • Choose a TV show theme for their booth & decorate (please, do not attach anything to the walls) • Name their chili • Help with clean-up at the end of the night HBAL will provide: • 8 ft. table • Chairs • Electrical outlet

• Bowls, spoons, napkins • Crackers • Prizes

Contact Jennie at jennie@hbal.org if you would like to enter the contest.

Same Great Contest, But With A Twist!

Pick your favorite TV Show and decorate your booth accordingly! Need ideas?

There’s plenty of them on the web or give the HBAL office a call for ideas.

Theme:

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2015 Nebraska Builders Home & Garden Show

Reach a year’s worth of customers in just thre e days at the TraAdLi ncoln

Nebraska Builders Home & Garden Show

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Friday - 1 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Saturday - 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Sunday - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

ORDER YOUR HOME & GARDEN SHOW TICKETS! Exhibitors will automatically receive ten Admit One tickets and six Exhibitor Passes in the mail. However, all members of HBAL have the exclusive opportunity to purchase tickets for their employees, friends or clients in advance.

Admit One tickets for the Show may be purchased for $3.00 each. (Regular attendee pricing is $8 at the door or $7 with a Food Bank donation.) Contact HBAL at 402-423-4225 for more information or fill in the order form below and fax it to 402-423-4251.

Please send me: ____ Admit One ticket(s) to the Home & Garden Show at $3.00 each, which totals $____.

Lancaster Event Center

The Lancaster Event Center will feature more than 275 exhibitors at the 43rd annual Nebraska Builders Home & Garden Show produced by the Home Builders Association of Lincoln (HBAL).

The Pavilion and Amy Arena at the LEC will have great ideas for landscaping, decorating, remodeling or building a new home. The Show features the latest products for updating older homes, both for the do-it-yourselfer and for people who want to hire a professional. Many exhibitors are focusing on building and increased energy efficiencies. Whether wanting to meet and talk to builders or see new products, the Home & Garden Show is an outstanding opportunity to get ideas. A list of exhibitors is available on HBAL’s web site at www.hbal.org.

SPECIAL FEATURES • Black Hills Energy Stage and HBAL Stage – The stages located in the east side of Amy Arena will feature presentations by The Wizard’s Workshop, Wildlife Encounters and other local experts.

• Food Bank House - Remodelers Council of Lincoln built a frame house and will fill the walls with food to be donated to the Lincoln Food Bank. Each year more than 5,000 lbs. of food is donated to those in need.

____ My check is enclosed. ____ Please bill me.

• High School Interior & Residential Design Contest – 43rd annual event with entries from area high school students on display during the Show. Cash prizes are $100 for first place, $75 for second place and $50 for third place in both categories.

Company

• Kid’s Square – fun activities and shows for kids

____ Extra Exhibitor Pass(es) at $3.00 each, which totals $____.

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• Beautifully landscaped areas • Two Cafés to sit and relax

Friday, February 13 Time Title 1:00 to 9:00 p.m.

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2015 Nebraska Builders Home & Garden Show

Bounce House by Bounce Ninja Balloon Creations by Shades the Clown & Petunia Wildlife Encounters Live Animal Presentation The Wizard’s Workshop: Painting Secrets by Brian Santos, “The Wall Wizard” Another Nebraska Growth Industry – Nebraska Wine

by Dr. Paul E. Read, Professor of Viticulture Face Painting by Funtastic Faces Enhance Your Outdoor Living with Exterior Shades by Custom Blinds and Design Wildlife Encounters Live Animal Presentation Snow Queen & Ice Princess The Wizard’s Workshop: Faux Finish Secrets by Brian Santos, “The Wall Wizard”

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Plus Presentations by Custom Blinds & Design

Time Title 10:00 to 8:00 p.m.

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Saturday, February 14 Bounce House by Bounce Ninja Balloon Creations by Shades the Clown & Petunia Wildlife Encounters Live Animal Presentation Calliope Clown Alley #40 Show The Wizard’s Workshop: Painting Secrets by Brian Santos, “The Wall Wizard” Home Depot Workshop with the UNL Student Chapter Face Painting by Funtastic Faces Another Nebraska Growth Industry – Nebraska Wine

by Dr. Paul E. Read, Professor of Viticulture Enhance Your Outdoor Living with Exterior Shades by Custom Blinds and Design Make Home-Made Flowerpots & LinGro Compost with the City of Lincoln Wildlife Encounters Live Animal Presentation The Wizard’s Workshop: Faux Finish Secrets by Brian Santos, “The Wall Wizard” Plus Presentations by Presentation by Mark Canney, Lincoln Parks & Rec Finke Gardens • Lincoln Parks & Rec Snow Queen & Ice Princess Dr. Paul Read, Professor of Viticulture Wildlife Encounters Live Animal Presentation The Wizard’s Workshop: Painting Secrets by Brian Santos, “The Wall Wizard”

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Sunday, February 15 Time Title 10:00 to 5:00 p.m.

10:00 to 5:00 p.m.

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Bounce House by Bounce Ninja Balloon Creations by Shades the Clown & Petunia Wildlife Encounters Live Animal Presentation The Wizard’s Workshop: Painting Secrets by Brian Santos, “The Wall Wizard” Home Depot Workshop with the SCC-Milford Student Chapter Face Painting by Funtastic Faces Simple Success in Your Garden by Luann Finke, Finke Gardens Snow Queen & Ice Princess Patio Shades: Options and Ideas by Custom Blinds and Design Wildlife Encounters Live Animal Presentation Calliope Clown Alley #40 Show The Wizard’s Workshop: Faux Finish Secrets by Brian Santos, “The Wall Wizard”

Scan here for the most current schedule of events or visit www.hbal.org.

Plus Entertainment by Calliope Clown Alley #40 Show Bounce Ninja • Fantastic Faces Home Depot Kid’s Workshop with UNL & SCC-Milford NAHB Student Chapters 7  Lincoln Business Builder

2015 Nebraska Builders Home & Garden Show

2015 Home Show • Current Exhibitors current as of January 26 2K Landscape Design and Installation (402-450-9943)........... P-450, 471, 551 3 Day Kitchen & Bath (402-435-6893)............................................ A-613-614 8 Weeks to Wellness (402-420-2872).................................................... A-308 A Home Of Your Own, Inc. (507-553-3103).......................................... P-455 A1 Cabinet & Granite (402-474-0848)................................................... A-527 ABC Seamless by Mastercraft (402-477-5400)........................................ A-405 Absolute Customs Lincoln, LLC (402-440-4477).................................... A-136 Action Plumbing & Heating, Inc. (402-423-6960)........................... A-427-428 Active Life Family Chiropractic (402-420-0440)..................................... P-319 Advanced Chiropractic Solutions (402-328-0028).................................. P-728 Advantage Remodeling, Inc. (402-416-1430)......................................... A-312 Al’s Johns (402-783-2022)..................................................................... A-535 Alarmlink USA (402-483-1479)............................................................. A-209 Amazing Sheets (909-539-7443)............................................................ A-615 American Electronics, Inc. (402-421-1222)............................................ A-510 American Fence Company (402-467-2511)..................................... A-907-908 American Institute of Architects-Lincoln (402-441-6451)........................ A-409 American Satellite Management Group (916-844-9395)................. A-420-421 Anderson Custom Construction, Inc. (402-310-3503)............................ P-413 Aqua Systems (402-466-6800)........................................................ P-815-816 Architectural Glassarts (402-420-2544).................................................. P-925 Aspen Builders, Inc. (402-423-6811)...................................................... A-632 BAJCO Construction (402-310-2469)..................................................... P-984 Baths & Kitchens for Less (402-416-4771)....................................... A-928-933 Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Ambassador Real Estate (402-437-8700)............................................. P-855 Better Business Bureau, Inc. (402-436-2345).......................................... P-671 Big Red Seamless Siding (402-297-1610)............................................... A-834 Big Red Alert-ADT Security Dealer (402-483-4733)............................... P-672 Big Red Tree Sales (402-214-4636)........................................................ A-515 Black Hills Energy (402-437-1814).......................................... A-475 & A-550 Blaz’n Grillworks/Setzer’s MFG (402-228-3533).................................... A-912 Bonsall Pool & Spa (402-488-0148)................................. P-577-578, 657-658 Bristol Windows, Inc. (402-435-8815)................................................... A-210 Bryant Air Conditioning, Heating, Electrical & Plumbing Co. (402-467-1111).................... P-611-612, 712-713 Cabinet Craft, Inc. (402-474-2702)........................................................ A-200 Capital Overhead Door Co. (402-466-2754).......................................... P-820 Carpets Direct (402-486-3700)....................................................... P-927-929 Champion Windows (402-896-4600)............................... A-735-736, 815-816 City of Lincoln - Public Works & Utilities Department, Watershed Management Division (402-309-5936).............................. P-428 City of Lincoln Recycling Office (402-441-7043)............................ P-429-430 The Career Academy......................................................................................

The Cleaning Authority (402-328-8632)................................................. P-352 Clearwater Pools (402-423-7665)............................ A-100, 127-128, 207-208 Comfort Techs, Inc. (402-465-0000)...................................................... P-350 Complete Health Chiropractic (402-488-0288)...................................... P-380 Cornerstone Chiropractic Centre (402-483-4300).................................. P-555 Cornhusker Bank (402-434-2265).......................................................... P-515 Craig Construction (402-440-8504)........................................................ A-634 Creative Landscaping (402-730-8424)............................................. P-575-576 CrossLinc Custom Coatings, LLC (402-770-1295).................................. P-856 Culligan Water Conditioning (402-476-3351)................................. A-235-236 Cummins Sprinkler (402-420-1061)....................................................... A-530 Custom Blinds and Design (402-730-2000)..................................... A-922-924 Custom Scapes & Tree Removal (402-239-2379)................................... A-713 CUTCO Cutlery (716-790-7181)............................................................ A-433 D. H. Merritt & Sons Sand, Gravel, & Ready-Mix (402-435-3213).. A-700, 727, 807 Dakota Wall Systems, Inc. (402-891-6520)............................................ P-427 Dave’s Heating and Air Inc. (402-480-3004).......................................... P-353 Digity: KFOR, KLMS, KZKX, KTGL, KIBZ and KFRX (402-466-1234).A-340-341 Don Johnson Homes, Inc. (402-817-3523)............................................. P-725 Done Rite Installs LLC (660-422-2140).................................................. P-880 The Dryer Vent Dude, Inc. (402-310-9530)........................................... P-861 DuctMedic Air Duct Cleaning (402-435-3828)...................................... P-926 Dudley’s Dew Right Lawn and Tree Service (402-421-0870).......... A-642-643 Eagle 1st Roofing & Construction (402-488-1900)............ P-527-528, 617-618 Earnest Well Drilling, Inc. (402-761-2281)............................................. P-613

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EcoWater Systems of Lincoln (402-474-3440)........................................ A-150 Edward Jones Investments (402-483-6101)............................................. P-751 Elite Fencing, LLC (402-202-8547).................................................. P-625-626 Endicott Clay Products Co. (402-729-3315).................................... P-325-326 Enercept SIP Building Systems (605-882-2222)...................................... P-661 Energy Armor Windows & Doors (402-435-0370)................................. P-675 Energy Panel Structures (712-859-3219)................................................ A-130 Epp Concrete Construction (402-423-9192)........................................... P-740 Ernie’s Store Inc. - Ernie’s in Ceresco (402-665-3151)..................... P-517-518 Fakler Architects, LLC (402-228-3020)................................................... P-573 Fence Pros (402-641-6190).................................................................... A-729 Fibrenew Lincoln (402-367-2965).......................................................... A-909 Fireplace Stone & Patio (402-421-0948)................................................ P-440 First National Bank (402-420-8320)................................................ A-628-629 First State Bank Nebraska (402-858-1719).............................................. A-108 Fletcher Chiropractic (402-261-5766).................................................... P-529 Friesen Landscaping, LLC. (402-435-8733)..................................... A-832-833 Frosty Effects Construction, Inc. (402-540-0585).................................... P-920 Futuramic’s Clean Water Center (402-453-5730)............................ P-627-628 Gana Trucking & Excavating, Inc. (402-794-5000)................................. P-650 Gardner’s Wisconsin Cheese (402-637-6112)........................................ A-216 General Excavating Landscape Supply (402-467-1627)................... A-609-610 Going Nuts (402-489-6699)................................................................... P-983 Goings Homes, LLC (402-450-7702)............................................. A-532, 612 Goldenrod Homes (402-310-2213)........................................................ A-232 GoodeGuy Construction, Inc. (402-435-6893)................................ A-613-614 Granite Transformations of Omaha (402-502-1180)............................... P-656 Green’s Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Remodeling (402-467-4444)... P-952, 954 Handy Man Home Remodeling Center (402-474-0550)........P-760-761, 780, 860 Harley’s Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. (402-466-3408)............. P-775-776 Harrison Roofing (402-499-0128).......................................................... A-330 Heartland Moving (402-466-1112)........................................................ P-818 Heritage Builders, Inc. (402-421-3333).................................................. A-105 Heritage Homes (402-369-0151)........................................................... P-375 Hi Dow Massagers (406-652-8322)....................................................... P-460 Hickman Area Economic Development Association (402-792-2212)..... A-107 Hinrichs Fine Woods, Inc. (402-466-8884)............................................ P-512 Home Innovations Spas, Inc. (402-421-2922)........................................ P-900 Home Real Estate (402-441-9275)......................................................... A-230 Home Solutions of Nebraska (402-420-6911)................................ P-373, 453 Homestead Homes of America, Inc. (402-375-3515)............................. P-730 Hustler Turf Equipment (620-327-4911).......................... A-733-734, 813-814 ICF Connections, Inc. (402-934-1442)................................................... A-336 Illuminations Lighting, Inc. (402-435-3407).................................... A-114-115 Infinity Roofing & Siding, Inc. (402-881-8760)....................................... A-708 Innovations Siding & Windows (402-423-8831)..................................... P-840 Innovative Homes & Design, Inc. (402-423-6565)................................. P-630 Invisible Fence Brand (402-330-4000)................................................... P-673 J-Tech Construction (402-261-3682)............................................... A-607-608 JL Exteriors (402-421-2005)................................................................... A-438 John Henry’s Plumbing, Htg. & A/C (402-435-5555).............................. P-915 Judson Irrigation, Inc. (402-420-6277)................................................... P-619 K-Designers (402-339-4954).................................................................. A-715 K2 Geothermal (402-467-2355).............................. A-443, 522, 542-543, 622 Kinning Design Build, Inc. (402-421-1334)..................................... A-412-413 Kitchen Tune-Up (402-466-2282).......................................................... P-371 Krieser Drywall & Insulation (402-540-1782)......................................... A-538 Krogman Tile Co., Inc. (402-488-4614)........................................... P-977-978 Kuhlman Construction, Inc. (402-761-2221)................................... P-312-314 Leafguard of the Midlands (402-597-8788)..................................... A-233-234 Liberty First Credit Union (402-465-1000)...................................... A-536,616 Lifetime Cookware, Inc. (800-201-0828)......................................... P-472-473 Lincoln Cabinet (402-475-0650)..................................................... A-101-103 Lincoln Electric System (402-473-3276).......................................... P-777-778 Lincoln Electric System (402-473-3275).......................................... A-935-936 Lincoln First Realty (402-434-2222)....................................................... P-516 Lincoln Journal Star (402-473-7193)...................................................... P-729 Lincoln Laminating (402-434-6009)....................................................... A-710

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2015 Home Show • Current Exhibitors current as of January 26 Lincoln/Lancaster County Habitat for Humanity (402-477-9184).... A-720-721 Lincoln Winnelson Co., Bath & Kitchen Idea Center (402-423-2157).... P-357-358 Luxury Heating and Air (402-610-1106).......................... P-571-572, 651-652 Malibu Sunrooms & Outdoor Living (402-715-5300)...................... A-827-829 Mailahn Innovations (402- 499-2511).................................................... A-634 McConnell Thermal Services, LLC (402-643-2340)......................... P-715-716 McKinnis Residential (402-426-2644)...A-440-441, 520-521, 540-541, 620-621 MD Aquatics (402-560-2988)................................................................ A-332 Midwest Bank (402-420-0560)............................................................... A-810 Midwest Exteriors, LLC - Bath Planet Nebraska (402-885-8940)...... P-411-412 Midwest Tile, Marble and Granite, Inc. (402-476-2542).................. A-925-926 Midwest Walls & Landscape, Inc. (402-423-4892)................................. P-881 Mike’s Organic Lawns (402-304-2210).................................................. A-434 Milestone: Inspired Composites (402-613-5116).................................... A-432 Miller Landscapes & Construction, Inc. (402-325-9255)......................... P-940 Miracle Landscapes, Inc. (402-580-1805).............................................. P-653 MMCA International (949-573-3925).............................................. P-355-356 Morton Buildings, Inc. (402-786-3000).................................................. P-320 Moser Well Drilling & Service, Inc. (402-792-2515)....................... A-309-310 Mr. Amoto Lawn & Tree Service (402-476-8873)................... P-250, 271, 351 NAC Kitchens & Baths Inc. (402-432-8770).................................... P-719-720 National Furnace and Air Conditioning (402-436-3492).. P-377-378, 457-458 Natural Light Co. (402-483-1500)................................................... P-359-361 Nebraska Building Products (402-438-2006).......................................... A-410 Nebraska Furniture Mart (402-670-3585)................................ P-711, 812-813 Nebraska Lottery (402-471-6100).......................................................... A-712 Nebraska Outdoor Living Center, Inc. (402-474-7011).................. P-376, 456 Nebraska Sod Co. (402-423-1790)......................................................... A-808 Nebraska Soybean Board (612-807-0345)....................................... A-414-416 Nebraska’s Home Improvement Center (402-467-1212)........................ P-550 Nebraskaland Siding & Windows (402-464-4388)......................... A-732, 812 Neighbors Family Homes, Inc. (402-432-1688).............................. P-979-980 Nissen’s Hardwood Floors, Inc. (402-432-9663).................................... A-927 North Country Windows & Doors (402-464-7500)................................ P-727 ‘O’ Street Carpet (402-476-7567).................................................... P-315-318 Outdoor Solutions (402-420-1477)................................................ A-830, 910 Pain Free Pillow (417-737-2707)........................................................... A-716 The Pampered Chef (402-450-4226)...................................................... A-533 The Paper Puller, Inc. (402-489-7855)................................................... P-660 Patera Landscaping (402-706-5679)....................................................... A-335 Patrick Alan Homes (402-610-1652)...................................................... A-528 Pella Products of Omaha & Lincoln (402-861-7913).............. A-705, 775, 905 Phantom Screens (402-466-2777) ............................................................ 882 Pioneer Overhead Door, Inc. (402-476-6539)................................. P-930-931 Plunkett’s Pest Control (763-502-1717).................................................. A-709 Powerband.us (308-383-8383)............................................................... A-934 Prairie Home Builders, Inc. (402-476-6599).................................... A-512-513 Precast Products & Landscape Village (402-477-2255)................... A-205, 275 Premium Carpet Care, LLC (402-525-1580)........................................... A-509 PureCare (402-730-3495)...................................................................... A-714 Quick’n Brite, Inc. (425-778-8285)........................................................ A-316 Ray’s Lawn & Home Care (402-476-8614)............... A-100, 127-128, 207-208 Raymond Contracting, Inc. (402-783-2663)........................................... P-857 Raynor Doors of Nebraska, Inc. (402-477-5504)............................. A-435-436 RDM Landscapes (402-310-0868).................................... P-757-758, 677-678 Re-Bath of Lincoln (402-484-0077)........................................................ A-514 RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts (402-441-4120)....................................... A-633 REALTORS Association of Lincoln (402-441-3622)......................... P-717-718 Reese Construction, Inc. (402-483-1313)............................................... P-615 Refinishing Unlimited (402-304-8545)................................................... A-707 Reimers-Kaufman Concrete Products Co. (402-434-1855)...................... P-878 Reinke Shakes (402-768-7251).............................................................. P-425 Remodel Green, Inc. (402-730-1020).................................................... P-875 Renew Crew of Lincoln (402-890-1798)................................................ A-229 Renewal by Andersen (316-712-0206)................................................... A-638 The Restoration Pros (402-325-9577)..................................................... P-240 Reynolds Design & Remodeling (402-475-9663)................................... A-400 Reynolds Home Solutions (402-610-6168)............................................ A-630

Rezac Construction, Inc. (402-477-8844)........................................ A-429-430 Rhino Schield of Nebraska, Inc. (515-212-1948).................................... A-534 Rumery Lawn & Landscape, LLC (402-432-4965)........... A-342-343, 422, 442 Rybak Homes, LLC (402-580-0710)....................................................... A-338 Sam’s Club (402-438-3540)................................................................... A-627 Satellite Guru (303-284-8834).................................................... A-508, P-629 Scentsy (402-429-7089)......................................................................... A-516 Schulte Chiropractic Wellness Center (402-420-0024)........................... P-755 Schuster Design Studio, Inc. (402-223-4000)......................................... P-556 Security Fence, Inc. (402-944-3259)...................................................... P-640 Security First Bank (402-323-8003)........................................................ P-475 Seeds of Life, Inc. (402-489-8315)......................................... P-330, 340, 420 Select Comfort Corporation (763-551-7069)............ P-750, 771-773, 851-853 Select Van & Storage (402-466-8249).................................................... P-756 Sellstate Performance Realty (402-261-6101)......................................... A-133 Sesostris Shrine Center (402-474-6890).......................................... A-227-228 Sesostris Iron Nobles (402-474-6890)............................................. A-227-228 Seward County Housing Corp. (402-540-5100).............................. A-110-111 Shine-A-Blind Nebraska, Inc. (402-467-3070)........................................ P-817 Smoking Gun Jerky (402-416-7460)....................................................... P-655 Softub (970-819-6311).................................................................... P-752-753 Southwick Liquid Waste (402-475-2462)............................................... A-309 SPAS PLUS of Lincoln (402-421-8401)............................. P-327-329, 417-419 Spirit 102.7 FM (402-571-0200)..................................................... A-116-117 Star City Heating & Cooling (402-464-7827)................................... P-415-416 Stephens & Smith Construction Co. (402-475-8087).............................. A-500 Sticks & Stones Hardscapes, Inc. (402-450-7169)................... A-300, 327, 407 Stonebrook Roofing, Inc. (402-438-5559).............................................. A-800 StoneWorth Innovative Concrete Products (402-890-4250)............ P-480, 560 Summerwind Resort Services (417-332-3252)................................. A-635-636 Sunroom Designs of Nebraska (402-416-4771)............................... A-928-933 Superior Sleep (816-366-0010)........................................................ A913-914 Supreme Spa and Pool (402-328-0085)................................... P-950, 972-976 Supreme Surface Countertops (402-464-2525)....................................... A-200 Synergy Homes, Inc. (402-499-3496)..................................................... P-819 Tailored Landscapes, LLC (402-416-5691)............................. P-530, 540, 620 Tailored Lighting (402-416-5691)................................................... P-519-520 Telbasta Forge (402-720-6992)....................................................... A-640-641 Thrasher Basement Systems (402-885-6643)................................... P-552-553 Tillotson Enterprises, Inc. (402-466-7038)....................................... P-525-526 Trespali Arte and Interiors (308-440-1134)............................................. A-507 Tri State Snap Sports (712-251-1837)..................................................... A-106 Tru-Built Construction (402-477-4663).................................................. A-600 Truck Center Companies (402-464-2444)........................ A-835-836, 915-916 Tupperware (402-601-4490).................................................................. P-726 Union Bank & Trust Co. (402-323-1447)....................................... A-132, 212 Union Title Company LLC (402-323-1888)............................................ A-213 United Country, First State Realty (402-421-3535)................................. A-109 USA Insulation (402-592-1718)............................................................. P-476 V2K Window DΘcor (402-421-9366)...................................................... P-513 Van Horn Family Building Co. (402-416-8068)...................................... P-858 Vantage Pointe Homes, Inc. (402-560-2124)......................................... A-728 Vasa Construction, Inc. (402-525-3017)................................................. A-408 Versa-Lok (651-773-7483)..................................................................... A-307 Vinnie Krikac State Farm Agency (402-474-1173).................................. P-426 Waddell & Reed (402-484-7526)........................................................... P-616 Wardcraft Homes, Inc. (785-632-5664).................................................. P-461 Watkins Products (402-925-2588).................................................. P-561, 580 Wells Fargo Home Mortgage (402-434-4346)........................................ P-311 West Gate Bank (402-323-8968)............................................................ P-971 Willet Construction, Inc. (402-434-8008)............................................... P-878 Window Option Specialists (402-466-2777).......................................... P-958 Window World (402-464-7313)...................................... P-477-478, 557-558 Wood Floors ‘R’ Us, Inc. (402-470-3608)....................................... A-328-329 Woods Bros. Realty (402-441-9275)...................................................... A-730 Wright Sheds.................................................................................. A-112-113 Yankee Hill Brick & Tile Company (402-477-6663)........................ P-451-452 Z&H Enterprises (402-742-5806)........................................................... P-372

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Member News

Member News In Sympathy

Our sympathy to Stephanie Tonniges and family, Nebraska Title Co., on the death of her mother, Suzanne Tonniges, who passed away on January 1.

Our sympathy to Mike & Bobbi Rezac and Hayley & Jake Lane, Rezac Construction, Inc., on the death of Mike’s father, Eugene Rezac, who passed away on January 13.

Our sympathy to Fred & Julie Hoppe, The Hoppe Law Firm, on the death of Julie’s father, Al Lewandowski , who passed away on January 26.

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HBAL members who attended IBS in Las Vegas last month enjoyed the Southeast Nebraska Hospitality Suite sponsored by Millard Lumber, Inc., BuilderTREND and Ferguson Bath, Kitchen and Lighting Gallery.

For more pictures, go to www.hbal.org/members/photo-gallery/

At Norandex Building Materials Distribution we realize that in order to succeed we must be successful in helping our customers grow their business.

That’s why our distribution centers are fully stocked with top quality, top-of-the-line building products—siding, windows, roofing, doors and more. Complementing this selection is a sales and customer service staff that’s knowledgeable and truly cares about your business. And, we back you up with programs and warranties that are among the best in the building products industry.

Stop by your local Norandex branch and put our strengths to work for you.

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www.norandex.com

LHBCF Scholarship Application

Lincoln Home Builders Care Foundation Scholarship Application $1,000 President's Scholarship two $750 Home Builders Association of Lincoln Scholarships and two $750 Remodelers Council Scholarships may be awarded.

Description: These scholarships were established to benefit recent graduates of high school and who will attend an accredited college, university or technical college and major in one of the construction fields. Scholarship must be used within two years and will be paid upon submission of tuition statements/receipts.

To apply: Application must be completed and submitted along with two letters of recommendation from your industrial technology instructor(s) and/or school counselor(s). You must also include a separate sheet explaining why you are interested in pursuing a career in construction and what influenced your decision. Please attach a wallet-size photo to be used for publicity purposes only.

Time line: Application forms are due at the Home Builders Association of Lincoln office by March 2, 2015.

Name Address City

Zip

Phone

High School Email Address

President=s Scholarship Application: If you have a parent, grandparent or other relative who owns or is employed by a member of the Home Builders Association of Lincoln, you may be eligible for the $1,000 President=s Scholarship. Please give us the name of the relative, your relationship to them and their place of employment.

GENERAL INFORMATION Date of Birth Parents or Guardians: Father Occupation Mother Occupation

Name of relative:

EDUCATION PLANS Month/year you will graduate from high school Month/year you plan to enter college Where have you applied for admission?

1. College Date applied 2. College Date applied In what courses do you plan to major?

FINANCIAL REQUIREMENTS

What do you expect to do after graduation from college?

scholarship aid?

Relationship: Place of employment:

How do you plan to finance your future education?

Have you received scholarship aid to date?

Do you feel you could continue your education without

APPLICATION CHECK-LIST HIGH SCHOOL AND OTHER EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES List high school activities. (Clubs, sports, leadership, etc.)

Did you include two letters of recommendation?

Did you attach a separate sheet describing why you are interested in pursuing a career in construction and what influenced your decision?

Did you include a wallet-size photo?

Did you submit the application no later than March 2, 2015?

List any extracurricular activities.

Signature

Date Submit Scholarship Application to: Scholarship Committee Lincoln Home Builders Care Foundation 6100 S. 58th Street, Suite C Lincoln, NE 68516 Phone: 402-423-4225

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Bob Nohavec Plumbing

420-1552

Service • Remodeling • New Construction Free Estimates Bob Nohavec, Master Plumber 3400 S. 6th Street, Lincoln, NE 68502

• Furniture • Flooring • Appliances • Electronics

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MORE!

More choices, more brands, more savings.

Nebraska Furniture Mart provides an unrivaled selection of products and services under one roof, making it a one-step center for your contracting and building needs. We understand what your business needs, and understand what prices you need to make it go. Visit us for all of your Furniture, Flooring, Appliances, Electronics, Lighting and Countertop needs.

Your contracting solutions are just a phone call away.

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See our factory-trained Contractor Sales staff or call our Contract Appliance pros at: 800-776-5066

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Educational Opportunities

Fall Protection, Scaffolding & Ladders presented by Rick Mulkey, Compliance Safety Tuesday, February 24 • 8:00 - 11:00 a.m.

HBAL Office • 6100 S. 58th Street, Ste. C Cost:

Fall protection was the top violation in 2014. Join us to learn more about these hazards and how to keep you and your employees safe!

Top 10 “Willful” Violations (Fiscal Year 2014)

A “willful” violation is defined by OSHA as one “committed with an intentional disregard of or plain indifference to the requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Act and requirements.”

Top 10 “Serious” Violations (Fiscal Year 2014)

$30 for HBAL Members $60 for Non-Members RSVP to info@hbal.org by February 20.

Almost Any Brick You Use Can Last for Hundreds of Years.

So Be Particular.

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Standard and custom color ranges, sizes, and shapes are our specialty. Brick murals and ornamentation are brought to a new level of sophistication at Yankee Hill Brick.

Rely on Yankee Hill to supply your project with the finest of materials.  Face brick  Paving brick  Thin brick veneer  Pool Coping

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Installation & Awards Ceremony

HBAL Installation & Awards Ceremony May installed as the 65th President of HBAL Mike May, May Custom Homes & Cabinets, Inc., was installed as president at the annual installation and awards ceremony of the Home Builders Association of Lincoln on January 12, 2015.

Mike was accompanied by his wife Evon and son-in-law Joel, and installed by his long-time friend, Jim Christo.

Past Presidents in attendance were Fred Hoppe, Mike Rezac, Mike Benker, Greg Schwinn, Greg Shinaut, Jim Christo, Roger Reynolds, Steve Fulton and Mike Kinning.

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Installation & Awards Ceremony

Dan Peterson Affordable Housing Award

Associate of the Year Award

DSC Employee of the Year Award

President’s Award

Herm Hempel & Ervin E. Peterson Founders Awards

President’s Award

Award Winners

Dan Peterson Affordable Housing Award

Associate of the Year Award

DSC Employee of the Year

President’s Awards

Spike Awards

Prairie Gold Housing, Inc. Geri Rorabaugh

Herm Hempel Award

Ruth Hietbrink

Fred Hoppe and Lori Wellman

Mike Kinning

Ervin E. Peterson Founders Award

Mike Rezac and Mike Kinning

Spike Awards

Matt Kleinschmit, Mike Kinning & Perry Haralson 15  Lincoln Business Builder

Installation & Awards Ceremony

There’s a difference between interest and commitment. When you’re interested in doing something, you do it only when it’s convenient.

When you’re committed to something, you accept no excuses; only results.

- Kenneth Blanchard

The 2014 Executive Committee was thanked for their service to the Association. Pictured are Justin Johnson, Perry Harralson, Mike Rezac, Lori Wellman, Bob Bryant, Mike May and Mike Kinning.

Thank you to Bob Bryant for giving the invocation and Perry Haralson for being the Master of Cermonies for the evening!

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Installation & Awards Ceremony

Save the Date!

Our next General Membership Meeting will be the Tribute to Youth on Monday, April 13.

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Economic Forecast for 2015

Economic Forecast for 2015: Sunny Days with Occasional Cloudy Periods Elliot Eisenberg, Ph.D. • GraphsandLaughs, LLC

Looking at 2015, the domestic economic landscape finally looks solid if unspectacular. Unemployment rates should keep falling, house prices are likely to rise by 5%, and despite poor global economic conditions, the American economy will strengthen.

Moreover, despite a deep partisan divide in Washington, the government will not close down nor will it fail to pay its bills. In addition, the ongoing improvement in household balance sheets, the improving fiscal health of state and local governments, and the likely rise in capital expenditures by firms, albeit not very large, all but insures better economic growth. The only serious domestic problems are weak wage growth and inflation that is a bit low.

With this in mind, I expect full-year 2015 GDP to come in at no less than 2.85%, a healthy rise from the expected 2.4% GDP growth experienced in 2014, and the strongest since 2005. As for new housing starts, they should rise by about 14%, with total starts coming in at 1.14 million. For all of 2015, single-family starts should total 750,000 up from 640,000, while multifamily starts should hit 390,000, up from 350,000. Housing sales should rise by about 5% and end the year at 5.6 million. Housing inventories should rise by about 200,000 units, to 5.5 months of inventory up from 5.0 months now.

Given the improving labor market, expect net new monthly job growth to average roughly 220,000/month, which while down from 240,000/month in 2014, is excellent given the shrinking size of the working age population. As a result, the unemployment rate should steadily fall from 5.8% today to 5.2% by year end and possibly lower, depending upon the behavior of the labor force participation rate (LFPR). If the LFPR rises, and that would be a good thing, unemployment may end at 5.3%, but if the LFPR falls,

an unemployment rate of 5% would not be out of the question.

Inflation will remain completely benign, with overall inflation possibly drifting lower, while core inflation (which excludes food and energy) shows modest upward drift. The combination of anemic growth in Europe and Japan and declining oil, gas and commodity prices will keep the CPI essentially where it is now, slightly below 2%. Add to this declining import prices due to the rising US dollar and slow wage growth, and core personal consumption expenditure inflation, the Feds preferred inflation measure, will not exceed 1.7%, well below their 2% target. This will give the Federal Reserve ample time to slowly raise the federal funds rate from where it is now, between 0% and 0.25%, to 1% by year end, with the first rate rise probably occurring in June. The thing to keep in mind is that this rate rise, the first in a decade, is likely to be accompanied by some stock and bond market volatility.

As a result of faster GDP growth in 2015, 10-year Treasuries will end the year at 2.7% and 30-year mortgage rates will probably hover around 4.5% as the yield curve flattens due to faster rising short-term rates. But a combination of slightly easing credit market conditions and increasing consumer spending due to increased employment and rising wages will keep the economy and the housing market on track despite mildly rising interest rates. Finally, I put the chances of a recession in 2015 at 5%. So look forward to steady economic activity in 2015 and fear not rising interest rates.

Elliot Eisenberg, Ph.D. is President of GraphsandLaughs, LLC and can be reached at Elliot@graphsandlaughs.net. His daily 70 word economics and policy blog can be seen at www.econ70.com.

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Bank Local. Local Decisions. Local Mortgage Servicing.

When your mortgage loan is with West Gate Bank®, we have something many banks can’t offer— local decision-making, local processing and local servicing.

That means that during the entire mortgage process and after closing, we’re here to assist you in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Let West Gate Bank® guide you through the entire buying or building process to finance your dream home.

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westgatebank.com | 402-434-3456 | member FDIC | Lincoln’s Bank

Young Building Professionals Council

Save the Date!

May 19, 2015 • Kuck Motorsports Event August 7, 2015 • Hog Roast Fall 2015 • Community Service Parks & Rec Project Holiday 2015 • Adopt A Nursing Home Resident

YBP Ploughshare Brewery Tour

Join us as we tour one of Lincoln’s newest breweries! Learn about the history of Nebraska craft beers and see the brewery in action!

Sponsored by:

Thursday, April 2 • 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.

Tours will begin at 4:20 & 5:20 p.m.

Lincoln Laminating

6

2

since

Ploughshare Brewing Co. • 1630 P Street

19

granite-quartz-solid surface

Cost: $5 for YBP Members • $15 for Non-Members Cost includes tour, souvenir glass, one PBC beer and housemade pretzel with dip.

Space is limited to 40 people, so RSVP early to info@hbal.org or 402-423-4225!

Want to be a YBP?

Yes!

No, but I want to be.

Are you already an HBAL member?

Pick a Membership Type

Yes!

Please provide the following information:

q q q Builder $475 Associate $375 Affiliate* $60

Name:

Company:

Yes!

Please email me a membership application.

Name: Email : Phone : *You must work for an existing HBAL member company.

Submit to: HBAL 6100 S. 58th Street, Ste. C Lincoln, NE 68516 info@hbal.org Fax: 402-423-4251 21  Lincoln Business Builder

Spring Parade of Homes

2015 Spring Parade of Homes Contract May 10-17, 2015

Early Bird Deadline - February 20, 2015 • Final Deadline - February 27, 2015 Exact Address of Entry

Name of Entry

Subdivision

Company Name

I agree to cooperate with the Parade of Homes Committee and to abide by the terms and conditions found on page 2 of this form.

Signature Approximate Price of House: This home is: Presold

For Sale

With Lot:

Without Lot:

Furnished:

Unfurnished:

This home uses a natural gas furnace and water heater (no heat pump): yes

no

Online Flipbook: The online flipbook will include links which can be used to direct the public to your webpage. By default, we will link your page to the web address you supply here: If you do not provide a link, it will not be included in the online flipbook. You can request additional links on your entry page. Fees may apply.

Contact HBAL at 402-423-4225 for more information.

Directions to the home will be on each page. You must give specific turn-by-turn directions to your entry: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Find A Home

Fees

The following information will be used for the Find A Home section on www.HBAL.org. Your Parade entry will be listed throughout the Parade.

It will be removed after the Parade if it is sold or on June 17, 2015 (whichever occurs first). You can continue your listing after June 17, 2015 for $25 per month.

Property Type:

House

Style:

Two-Story

Ranch

Bedrooms:

Condo

Split-Level

Early Bird Fees _____ Single-family: $750 _____ 2-4 plex: $900 _____ 5-and-up plex: $1,150

Dates to Remember

Attached

Square Footage:

Detatched

Acres: Block

Walkout Basement:

Yes

Lot No

February 20

Early Bird Deadline

February 27

Final Deadline, Renderings & Narratives Due

May 8

Sign pick-up at 84 Lumber 8:00 - 11:00 a.m.

May 10-17

Parade of Homes Sundays 1:00 - 6:00 p.m., Weekdays 6:00 - 9:00 p.m., Saturday 1:00 - 6:00 p.m

May 18

Sign return at 84 Lumber 8:00 - 11:00 a.m.

School(s): Year Built:

Final Deadline Fees _____ Single-family: $800 _____ 2-4 plex: $950 _____ 5-and-up plex: $1,200

Multi-Story

Bathrooms:

Garage Stalls:

Location Details:

Townhome

Your check must be submitted by February 27. (After the Early Bird Deadline, the entry is $50 more per entry. There is no discount for more than one entry.)

Sales Contact Name: Brokerage Firm: Sales Contact Email: Sales Contact Phone: Sales Contact Cell:

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Return this contract to

Home Builders AssociAtion of lincoln

6100 S. 58th Street, Suite C • Lincoln, NE 68516 Phone: 402-423-4225 • Fax: 402-423-4251 Email: michaela@hbal.org

Spring Parade of Homes

Please return this page to reserve your ad space.

Company Ordered By Billing Address City

Spring 2015 Guidebook Advertising Contract May 10-17, 2015

Early Bird Deadline: Final Deadline:

February 20, 2015 February 27, 2015

Circulation: Five thousand books are distributed to Parade visitors.

State

ZIP Code

Phone

Fax

E-mail If you use an ad agency or graphic artist for your ad, include the contact name, company and phone number of the person who designed it: Name/Company E-mail Phone

All prices include full color!

Contract for 2 Parades & Save!

Single Parade Cost

Ad Size

Dimensions

Early Bird

Final Deadline

Early Bird

Final Deadline

Full Page

7.75 “ wide x 10.375” high

1/2 Page

7.75” wide x 5” high

1/4 Page

3.75” wide x 5” high

Centerfold*

15.5” wide x 10.375” high

 $975 per issue  $650 per issue  $400 per issue  $2,000 per issue  $1,350 per issue  $1,350 per issue  $1,650 per issue

 $1,000 per issue  $675 per issue  $425 per issue  $2,050 per issue  $1,400 per issue  $1,400 per issue  $1,700 per issue

 $1,025  $700  $450  $2,100  $1,450  $1,450  $1,750

 $1,050  $725  $475  $2,150  $1,500  $1,500  $1,800

Inside Front Cover* 7.75” wide x 10.375” high Inside Back Cover* 7.75” wide x 10.375” high Outside Back Cover*7.75” wide x 10.375” high

Note: Builders can purchase a full page ad opposite their Parade Home entry for $600. This ad must be about the builder’s business only.

Builder Page

7.75” wide x 10.375” high

 $600

*The previous advertiser has the right to request the centerfold, inside front cover, inside back cover and outside back cover again.

Online Flipbook: Your ad will be linked to your website in the online version of the Parade Guidebook.

Please indicate your web address here:

Quarter Page

If you do not provide a link, it will not be included in the online flipbook.

While we do keep previous Guidebook ads, it is your responsibility to keep your ad on file if you want to re-use it or make changes to it in the future.

3.75 x 5

Check One:  Use the exact ad placed in the 2014 Fall Parade Guidebook.  I will furnish an ad to HBAL by February 27, 2015.

Half Page

 I want HBAL to revise my ad (additional charges apply*).  I want HBAL to design my ad (additional charges apply*).

7.75 x 5

*There is a $55 per hour charge for design work and/or revisions. A minimum of $55 will be charged for ad design.

Please call HBAL at 402-423-4225 for details.

Color:

1/8” Bleed

Final Trim

Full Page Live Area: 7.75 x 10.375

Keep any type or image that cannot be accidentally trimmed off inside the live area border

Final Trim: 8.25 x 10.875

This is the actual page size.

1/8” bleeds

(full page ads only)

8.5 x 11.125

Any image that extends off the page needs to be 1/8” larger than final trim on all sides.

Color mode must be Black & White or CMYK. If RGB colors are present, they will be converted to CMYK and may result in a color shift.

File Formats: Although a high-resolution PDF is preferred, other acceptable formats include InDesign (packaged with all linked files) or Photoshop.

Proofs:

An Epson proof of your ad will be available at the HBAL office for you to review. This gives you an opportunity to look at the actual printed color (vs. viewing it on your computer screen), as well as a final review of content.

Return this contract to

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6100 S. 58th Street, Suite C • Lincoln, NE 68516 Phone: 402-423-4225 • Fax: 402-423-4251 jennie@hbal.org

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New Members

Welcome New Members American Home Real Estate, LLC Leslie Applegarth (Jay)

HFI Efficiency Products Scott Allensworth

P.O. Box 29554, Lincoln, NE 68529 Phone: 402-805-5604 Fax: 888-394-7699 Email: leslie@americanhomene.com Website: www.americanhomene.com

2071 Evergreen Avenue, Red Oak, IA 51566 Phone: 712-623-4515 Cell: 712-621-5169 Email: heartlandfoam@hotmail.com Website: www.icfconnections.com

Sponsor: Justin Johnson, Hoppe Homes, LP

Sponsor: Justin Johnson, Hoppe Homes, LP

Reason I joined HBAL: I have sold real estate in the Lincoln area for over 10 years and I am looking forward to the marketing, networking and communication advantages membership will bring.

What I hope to get out of my membership: Knowledge of industry changes, building business contacts and being part of the community.

Reason I joined HBAL: To establish and further relationships with Lincoln Home Builders.

What I hope to get out of my membership: Grow our business presence in the Lincoln area.

Personal: Married with two kids, enjoy hunting, fishing, boating and antique cars.

We specialize in residential sales working with buyers and sellers. Helping our clients through the buying or selling process is important to us. Finding a home that is a good fit for our buyers, or helping a seller get a fair market price for their home is what we strive for. We’re always happy to answer questions people have about the process. Sellers can call for a free market analysis of their home and our marketing ideas; and buyers can call with questions on how to get started buying their home. Give us a call today!

HFI Efficiency Products is your wholesale block distributor and spray foam insulation company. We are the exclusive distributor in Eastern Nebraska and Western Iowa of NUDURA Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) building technology - the best ICF product available on the market. Whether you are building a dream home or a commercial structure, the final product will exceed all expectations, fire resistance, and noise reduction. HFI is also a full service insulation contractor serving southwest Iowa, Southeast Nebraska, and Northwest Missouri, offering several spray foam and loose fill insulation options that are affordable, energy efficient, and healthy for your commercial properties, agricultural structures, steel frame projects, as well as new or existing homes.

Applegarth Concrete Construction Jay Applegarth (Leslie)

P.O. Box 68529, Lincoln, NE 6829 Phone: 402-580-4902 Fax: 888-394-7699 Email: jma@applegarthconcrete.com Website: www.applegarthconcrete.com Sponsor: Justin Johnson, Hoppe Homes, LP

Know someone who should join HBAL? Share with them the Six Reasons to Belong to HBAL at www.hbal.org/6reasons.

Reason I joined HBAL: I’ve been in the Lincoln area providing concrete and basement repair services for 35+ years. We are looking forward to the marketing, networking and communication advantages membership will bring.

What I hope to get out of my membership: Knowledge of industry changes, building business contacts and being part of the community.

Our family owned and operated business has been in the Lincoln area for over 35 years. We specialize in concrete flatwork, block work, basement repair, drain tile and more. Give us a call today for a free estimate!

Nebraska Outdoor Living Center Bill Budler

1742 N. 48th Street, Lincoln, NE 68504 Phone: 402-474-7011 Cell: 402-641-0060 Fax: 402-474-7012 Email: bill@NebraskaOutdoorLiving.com Website: www.NebraskaOutdoorLiving.com Reason I joined HBAL: Professional affiliation and Home & Garden Show participation.

What I hope to get out of my membership: Network with quality builders and contractors.

Nebraska Outdoor Living Center is the area’s premier provider of a wide variety of outdoor living products. We feature retractable awnings and canopies, pergolas, gazebos, exterior solar screens, patio furniture, outdoor gas fire pits and fire places, yard decor, a complete wild bird supply store and a huge inventory of miniature fairy gardening accessories.

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402.483.7575 3133 S. 7th Street • Suite D

Fax 402.483.7577 info@pioneerprintinginc.com www.pioneerprintinginc.com Multi Color Printing Graphic Design Ad Specialties Bindery Services

Digital Color Copies Digital Black & White Engineering Copies Personalized Service

Providing Offset Printing & Digital Services in Lincoln since 1980.

Renewals | Directory Changes | Cancellations

Thanks for Renewing Your Membership!

(Please allow 60 days for names to appear on this list.)

1st United Mortgage Banc, 29 years 84 Lumber, 13 years A1 Complete Services, Inc. dba A1 Mold Testing & Remediation, 6 years Advantage Remodeling, Inc., 14 years Andes Painting, LLC, 4 years AW Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc., 6 years Baylor, Evnen, Curtiss, Grimit & Witt, LLP, 8 years Camherdz Services Corporation, 7 years Champion Windows, 1 year Custom Countertop, Inc., 30 years

Directory Changes • Mark Golden is a new affiliate member for 84 Lumber.

Phone: 402-853-1126. Email: markgolden84@gmail.com.

• Ted Franssen is the new principle contact for ABC Seamless House Siding. Email: abcseamlesslincoln@gmail.com.

Website: www.abcofnebraska.com • Brian Senkbeil is no longer an affiliate member with BK Restoration & Remodeling.

• Website for Campbell Construction New Homes, Inc. is www.campbellconstructionnewhomes.com.

• Adam Randall is the new principle contact for Capitol City Electric, Inc. • Dave Harker is the new principle contact for Culligan Water Conditioning.

• New address for Terry Schwimmer, Special Tee Remodeling, is 2602 W. Martell Road, Martell NE 68404.

Home phone: 402-794-0247. Cell phone: 402-430-5236.

Delrae Designs, 15 years Deprez Custom Homes, 1 year Dudley’s Dew Right Lawn and Tree Service, 3 years EcoWater Systems of Lincoln, 19 years FBM/Wagner - Lincoln, 34 years First National Bank, 13 years

Sorry to See You Go! If you see your company listed below, contact HBAL at 402-423-4225 to renew your membership TODAY! Your Next Tire

First State Bank Nebraska, 6 years The Glass Edge, 17 years K2 Geothermal, 6 years Larsen Painting, Inc., 14 years

Your Building Envelope Specialist!

Lincoln Cabinet, 27 years Lincoln/Lancaster County Habitat for Humanity, 2 years MarketGraphics of Nebraska, LLC, 2 years Midwest Steel Works, Inc., 63 years Midwest Tile, Marble and Granite, Inc., 13 years Nac Luxury Bath Systems, 17 years Natural Light Co., 1 year Nebraska Furniture Mart, 28 years Nebraska Housing Resource, 9 years Nebraska Title Co., 64 years Radebaugh Custom Carpentry, Inc., 2 years Ramco Enterprises, LLC, 9 years Star City Concrete Construction Co., 8 years StoneWorth Innovative Concrete Products, 4 years Tailored Landscapes, LLC, 8 years Thrasher Basement Systems, 17 years Two Men And A Truck, 12 years Wellmann Heating & Air, 23 years

• Solving problems for contractors with Icynene foam since 1995.

• Spray foam is only as good as the installers.

• Both open cell and closed cell insulation available.

Contact Rick McConnell

402-643-2340 or 402-641-1254 rickmcconnell@inebraska.com www.mcconnellthermalservicesllc.com

X Foundations, LLC, 2 years

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Building Permits Building Permits

City of Lincoln - 10 -Year Table SF 54 66 92 80 88 96 89 94 82 83 69 65 958

Jan. Feb. March April May June July Aug. Sept.

Oct. Nov. Dec. YTD

Jan. Feb. March April May June July August Sept.

Oct. Nov. Dec. Total Avg. Cost

2005 TH 21 10 11 16 12 37 35 96 44 26 28 24 360

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7 4 33 56 55 62 46 56 32 47 23 17 438

MF 0 4 4 4 4 20 70 26 48 4 4 46 234

SF 72 58 82 91 83 93 52 66 55 50 49 43 794

2006 TH 14 20 17 16 20 15 28 18 26 14 14 25 227

2007 Cost 87,400 314,300 1,283,155 539,511 818,301 481,374 728,615 807,215 558,017 1,150,309 747,848 693,600 8,209,645 18,743

SF=detached single family - TH=townhouses - MF=multi-family (including duplexes)

MF 0 2 16 60 16 68 2 612 38 0 0 41 855

#

9 9 36 62 52 19 11 13 14 18 12 4 259

SF 40 35 59 61 65 67 59 37 45 45 24 32 569

2007 TH 8 4 40 70 39 17 28 2 2 39 16 9 274

2008 Cost 1,364,460 141,600 589,154 1,208,366 809,323 543,997 212,984 583,602 556,083 490,847 776,208 152,860 7,429,484 28,685

MF 4 12 112 66 0 64 0 2 0 0 60 0 320

SF 35 22 41 50 59 39 31 37 33 26 23 14 410

2008 TH 19 0 28 2 15 17 10 20 29 16 4 0 160

MF SF 6 11 4 29 2 30 2 30 4 38 10 60 2 35 0 37 0 39 16 20 2 25 0 24 48 378

2009 TH 14 2 14 14 28 4 10 14 26 24 24 6 180

MF SF 0 24 3 32 2 42 15 33 24 29 0 36 0 31 0 33 0 26 18 27 0 26 0 31 62 370

2010 TH 7 18 6 8 19 6 18 6 10 18 8 7 131

MF 2 60 8 0 0 4 0 2 10 138 92 36 352

SF 22 26 42 28 39 34 38 35 31 34 30 29 388

2011 TH 0 0 10 26 14 18 12 21 8 11 26 10 156

Remodeling Permits: Additions City of Lincoln - Detached Single Family - 8 Year Table #

2 5 10 10 9 14 17 8 15 19 11 2 122

2009 Cost 52,000 125,240 206,900 198,413 183,000 297,872 554,070 244,470 407,066 793,181 990,184 18,000 4,070,396 33,364

#

6 3 11 19 9 12 15 11 15 11 11 5 128

2010 Cost 152,980 99,500 317,000 706,474 148,500 460,740 697,500 219,300 375,278 333,693 230,395 92,000 3,833,360 29,948

#

3 7 18 15 20 16 9 12 16 13 10 6 145

2011 Cost 80,100 178,700 452,005 908,366 340,080 603,388 248,618 478,200 1,011,333 220,423 573,100 593,785 5,688,098 39,228

#

2 5 10 11 20 7 10 9 13 15 12 7 121

MF 4 20 180 3 44 0 48 2 78 0 0 0 379

SF 27 31 47 43 41 45 48 58 45 57 52 31 525

2012 TH 4 13 24 19 21 14 26 36 13 21 26 46 263

2012 Cost 43,500 107,786 691,458 600,931 723,945 224,812 414,975 545,217 595,111 438,100 527,840 223,642 5,137,317 42,457

MF 0 144 36 24 0 8 0 275 0 0 90 0 577

#

6 2 8 10 13 9 9 10 10 13 14 5 109

SF 24 34 46 69 58 68 83 60 49 29 43 34 597

2013 TH 2 4 9 18 20 8 29 41 2 49 22 10 214

MF 0 0 0 0 128 0 24 232 0 2 51 57 494

2013 Cost 422,000 33,000 357,600 212,603 776,408 379,500 264,975 300,579 314,515 461,927 553,881 75,850 4,152,838 38,099

SF 34 40 68 70 54 63 62 52 51 76 40 54 664

#

3 3 8 12 12 12 9 10 14 15 4 7 109

2014 TH 6 18 12 33 26 12 17 16 9 24 20 18 211

MF 51 6 16 51 0 0 115 198 69 254 134 63 957

2014 Cost 59,336 64,000 338,910 609,495 596,540 430,200 232,625 334,057 307,385 516,155 84,845 315,000 3,888,548 35,675

Remodeling Permits: Alterations

Jan. Feb. March April May June July August Sept.

Oct. Nov. Dec. Total Avg. Cost

#

88 78 107 88 115 97 117 110 94 96 88 61 1,139

2007 Cost 1,163,863 909,207 1,280,089 1,031,776 1,578,971 736,760 1,258,848 1,138,598 1,070,733 868,251 961,501 686,991 12,685,588 11,137

#

81 76 89 82 79 76 77 92 83 80 62 58 935

2008 Cost 907,619 947,505 800,412 877,275 723,878 662,915 1,143,624 1,264,374 962,319 750,551 1,071,515 474,216 10,586,203 11,322

City of Lincoln - Detached Single Family - 8 Year Table #

71 76 72 85 65 89 96 77 78 79 81 60 929

2009 2010 2011 2012 Cost # Cost # Cost # Cost 784,232 57 502,454 69 988,395 81 804,484 706,588 69 600,743 79 893,584 69 565,929 946,927 125 1,229,150 104 900,086 96 1,055,957 813,112 154 1,386,859 133 1,292,245 96 871,985 617,270 124 931,223 111 946,242 123 1,544,337 766,615 117 754,480 112 819,225 110 1,093,867 1,172,764 161 1,181,825 99 1,104,259 109 1,029,087 790,319 119 1,006,147 129 1,032,748 114 1,148,868 778,464 124 976,777 106 928,466 84 764,670 552,852 141 929,354 122 1,298,243 124 1,019,740 890,150 118 827,222 93 703,129 100 750,064 743,974 134 2,823,358 74 647,016 67 846,949 9,563,267 1,443 13,149,592 1,231 11,553,638 1,173 11,495,937 10,294 9,113 9,386 9,800

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66 42 65 108 92 87 114 87 86 96 86 59 988

2013 2014 Cost # Cost 751,024 90 1,279,205 702,668 87 811,667 1,000,016 93 1,011,061 1,158,054 110 1,010,930 605,739 98 1,088,989 784,050 93 1,239,491 1,331,940 103 1,514,047 883,068 86 876,111 1,248,723 87 1,023,281 971,812 120 1,437,177 772,852 52 896,946 684,988 68 1,471,580 10,894,934 1,087 13,660,485 11,027 12,567

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