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NORTH TEXAS HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION Volume 4, No. 6

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Come Join us to Kick-Off the NORTH TEXAS HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION 59th Annual Parade of Homes

Where: at the Wichita Falls Museum & Art Center adjacent to Landmark Title Company.

Sponsored By: LANDMARK TITLE COMPANY When: FRIDAY, JUNE 3RD - 11:30am to 1:30pm - Come and Go Hamburgers, Hot Dogs and the trimmings will be prepared by the MSU Kiowa Kooks. Ribbon cutting will be at 12:00 pm with Mayor Glen Barham & Representative Lanham Lyne Join us for Food, Fun & Fellowship!

June 2011

Parade tickets will be sold in advance during the lunch benefitting Habitat for Humanity.

Each Parade ticket purchased can be placed in a drawing at the end of the Parade of Homes for a chance to WIN an Under counter Beverage Center valued at $1099.00 donated

by HAMILTON BRYAN.

THE LASTING VALUE OF HOMEOWNERSHIP During National Homeownership Month in June, the housing industry celebrates the many benefits of owning a home. Despite the downturn in the housing market, families continue to seek to achieve the American Dream of homeownership and take their place among the more than 74 million Americans that own a home.

The value Americans place on owning their home continues even through times of economic hardship. The Fannie Mae National Housing Survey conducted in January 2010 showed that two-thirds of American adults said they still preferred owning a home. And 70 percent of respondents said they believe buying a home continues to be one of the safest investments available.

Home appreciation over the long term builds financial security for a family’s future. But most homeowners don’t have to wait for the home’s value to increase to realize the financial benefits. Right from the first year, the majority of homeowners are able to annually deduct the mortgage interest and property taxes they paid off their taxable income. This can mean thousands of dollars saved off a family’s tax bill every year. When the family sells the home, the capital gains exclusion exempts up to $250,000 of the profit ($500,000 for married couples) from taxes.

But the value of homeownership can be much more than financial.

Owning a home can often be a lifestyle improvement, enabling a family to enjoy a neighborhood, features and other amenities that

suit their present and future day-to-day activities. Newly-constructed houses can deliver energy efficiency, storage space, well-designed floor plans, and the latest technologies in electrical systems and appliances. Rooms are often spacious, with high ceilings and lots of windows to let in light. A new home also comes with the DOUG McCULLOCH President peace of mind of little maintenance needed and a warranty against defects.

Existing homes offer neighborhoods whose character has already been established, mature landscaping with tall trees, and an existing selection of businesses and services for the homeowner to use. If the home isn’t already a great fit to the buyers’ taste, it can be renovated to reflect the new owners’ needs and preferences.

Homeownership lets families build relationships. Owners take pride in their homes, and develop friendships with other people who also own homes and care about the neighborhood. A home is a place where families make a sanctuary that feels comfortable and safe, and where they develop social networks, begin friendships and create memories that will last a lifetime.

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PARADE OF HOMES KICK-OFF LUNCH....................................................................... June 03,2011 • 11:30am - 1:30pm PARADE OF HOMES................................................................................................... June 04-12, 2011 BUDGET & BY-LAWS COMMITTEE MEETING.............................................................. June 14, 2011 • 9:15am BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING.............................................................................. June 15, 2011 • 11:00 am SHEPPARD AFB - 363 ADOPTED SQUADRON DEMONSTRATION............................... TBA

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Sheppard Air Force Base 363rd Training Squadron Our 363rd Adopted Squadron has invited the Association Members to come out to Sheppard for a demonstration showing some of the training techniques they perform. They will demonstrate how they blow things up. You will actually get to feel what it’s like being close to a near hit. This will be a 2-3 hour presentation on June 30. They ask that you wear long pants, jeans etc., closed-in shoes and sunglasses if you prefer. The actual time and information on where to meet to enter the base will be sent to you by mail or email towards the middle of June.

SCHOOL SUPERINTENDENT SPEAKS TO HOME BUILDERS

By Lee Grace Dr. George Kazanas, superintendent He said the $28 billion shortfall of Wichita Falls ISD, discussed the facing the Texas Legislature not only school budget, future goals, and problems affects school systems throughout the encountered during the present economy state, but also nursing homes, higher with the members of the North Texas education, and transportation.

Home Builders Association during the He said since 80 percent of the May luncheon held Thursday, May 5, at WFISD budget concerns personnel, they the Wellington Convention Center. are looking are several options including Kazanas, who received his reductions in salaries, a salary freeze, undergraduate and master’s degree reductions in health care contributions, from Baylor University and his Ed.D elimination of programs, and cuts in from Tarleton State University, said maintenance, facilities, support areas, the administration and teachers are and personnel.

Doug McCulloch. president of the North Texas Home Builders working hard to deal with the many Association, is shown with Wichita Falls Independent School District He added, “We still feel like we are in Superintendent Dr. George Kazanas, and Chuck Vergauwen. problems caused by the state and national a position to provide a quality education economic malaise. to our students.”

He said the school system enrollment is holding steady at 14,630 In the future, they will look at the facility needs including number of students. Of that total, 30 percent is Hispanic, while black students junior high and high schools. “We are not considering any school closings represent 20 percent of the total. Sixty percent of the students qualify for for the coming school year. However, we will be forming a Facility Action the free-reduced lunch program. He noted that figure was slightly above Committee to look at secondary schools.” the state-wide average of 55 percent.

As the city’s second largest employer (behind Sheppard Air Force While the 2006 bond program allowed the building of two new Base), the WFISD employs more than 2,000 persons. “We are an industry elementary schools (and the closing of two schools), any future bond of service,” he stressed. “Our people are our greatest resource.” programs will probably deal with secondary schools.

Dr. Kazanas noted that one indication of the quality education provided While the school system budget is approximately $134 million, by the WFISD is that more than 40 senior students received more than WFISD is currently facing a potential $6 million to $11.4 million shortfall $10 million in scholarships for the upcoming school year. from the state legislature, though the final bill has yet to pass.

In other business, association president Doug McCulloch recognized Dr. Kazanas said therefore, they have to plan to accommodate an $11.4 the members with May birthdays. He also reminded everyone about the million shortfall. “Since the state budget still has not been approved, there upcoming Parade of Homes scheduled for June 4 through June 12. The is a strong possibility of a special session.” kickoff luncheon is set for June 3 at Landmark Title Company.

Congratulations NORTH TEXAS HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION

SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS! CODY KLASSE LANDON LANE

JOSE RAMOS

BRYCE TUCKER AMANDA JINKS

The Members of the Association wish you the best in your college pursuits and hope you find the home building industry as rewarding as we do.

North Texas Home Builders 59th Annual Parade of Homes The North Texas Home Builders Association Parade of Homes begins Saturday, June 4 and will run until Sunday, June 12. Weekend hours are from 2:00pm to 6:00 pm. Weekdays will be from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Tickets will be sold in advance at Habitat for Humanity and Woodco Supply Company. Any member interested in selling tickets can contact Kathie Forehand of Habitat for Humanity at 716-9300. Please purchase tickets to benefit Habitat for Humanity and attend the Parade of Homes to support your Builder Members by viewing their homes. Always remember: We may be in separate businesses and trades but we are all in unity as an association.

Here is a list of 2011 Parade Entries: #1 Jessica Court - Rowland & Donnell

5425 Sun Stone Drive - R.J. Wachsman Homes

4211 Shady Grove - Douglas Custom Homes

3406 Oxford Lane - R.J. Wachsman Homes

2909 S. Shepherds Glenn - Harmon & Holcomb Homes

4819 Eagles Landing - Lance Friday Homes

#7 Freedom Circle - Harmon & Holcomb Homes

2012 Windmill Lake - Dennis Company Homes

#4 Pillars Court - Harmon & Holcomb Homes

#5 Johnny Court - Garnel Construction

633 Bowman Road - David Bedingfield Homes

#4 Oakwood Court - Klasse Homes

5101 Ryan Collins - Rhone Building Corporation

3081 Horseshoe Bend Estates - Stan Mountain Construction

5011 Cypress - R.J. Wachsman Homes

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HOUSING HALL OF HONOR North Texas Home Builders Association is accepting applications for nominees for the Housing Hall of Honor. The primary mission for the North Texas Home Builders Housing Hall of Honor is to celebrate men and women who have made significant and lasting contributions to the housing industry in North Texas. A secondary purpose is to promote a positive image of the Texas housing industry to the public through increased awareness and education.

Please take time to go online at www.nthba.com and read the guidelines, fill out an application and submit your nominee.

Deadline for applications will be July 25, 2011 by 5:00 p.m.

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