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HBRA of CT, Inc. @HBRAofCT

The Home Builders & Remodelers Association of Connecticut, Inc. Advocating for our industry both state wide & nationally. HOBI’s, Fiano Build-PAC Golf Classic

Joined October 2009
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A CT industry has 2,000 jobs open. Here's a plan to address worker shortages that hurt state economy! share.google/icC4UCTTWaBX4LH…

A CT industry has 2,000 jobs open. Here’s a plan to address worker shortages that hurt state economy

Data on job postings gives a glimpse of the need in the construction industry. According to the state labor department, there were nearly 2,000 openings in April.

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Congratulations to our CEO, Jim Perras whose work on Connecticut’s code bill is now being recognized as a national model. Following his presentation to the U.S. Codes and Standards Committee, a toolkit based on his bill! nahb.org/blog/2026/06/connec…

Connecticut Moves Toward 6-Year Building Code Cycle in Possible Trend

Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont has signed into law a bill that lays the groundwork to expand the state’s building code adoption cycle to every six years rather than the current three years.

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HBRA Members Attend 2026 NAHB Legislative Conference! #NAHB #protectourmembers #policypriorities #advocacy
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NAHB caught up with three rising high school stars pursuing careers in construction about how they got their interest, their favorite student chapter moments, and what they hope to accomplish throughout their careers. nahb.org/blog/2026/05/why-hi… via @NAHBhome

Why High School Students are Excited to Enter the Construction Trades

NAHB caught up with three rising high school stars pursuing careers in construction about how they got their interest, their favorite student chapter moments, and what they hope to accomplish...

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Wage theft, labor violations in crosshairs of Connecticut lawmakers. 'The bad guys ... got the - goo.gl/alerts/m8awFZ #GoogleAlerts

Wage theft, labor violations in crosshairs of Connecticut lawmakers. 'The bad guys ... got the leg...

“This is just kind of another tool in our toolbox,” said Danté Bartolomeo, the commissioner of the state Department of Labor.

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CEO HBRA OF CT, Jim Perras! Thank you Jim! Wage theft, labor violations in crosshairs of Connecticut lawmakers. 'The bad guys ... got the - goo.gl/alerts/m8awFZ #GoogleAlerts

Wage theft, labor violations in crosshairs of Connecticut lawmakers. 'The bad guys ... got the leg...

“This is just kind of another tool in our toolbox,” said Danté Bartolomeo, the commissioner of the state Department of Labor.

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Good luck to HBRA member David Preka and current Past President of the HBRACT! wfsb.com/2025/10/02/demoliti…

Demolition set to begin on over 130-year-old building on Main Street in Niantic

The building has been standing since 1894. Construction will start soon on a new development right near the Hole-in-the-Wall Beach.

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NAHB Member Savings Program offers significant savings for members. And in 2025, NAHB has unveiled several new savings opportunities from leading companies including Best Buy, Ford, Mercedes-Benz, QuickBooks and RAM Trucks. nahb.org/blog/2025/08/new-me… via @NAHBhome

NAHB Members See Big Savings in 2025 with New Discounts on Business Tools, Automobiles

Whether you're looking to cut business costs or make smart personal purchases, the NAHB Member Savings Program offers significant savings for members. And in 2025, NAHB has unveiled several new...

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Despite the growing buzz around Artificial Intelligence (AI), most single-family home builders have yet to adopt it within their business practices. But that may soon change. nahb.org/blog/2025/08/ai-in-… via @NAHBhome

AI in Home Building: Still in Its Infancy, But Gaining Ground

Despite the growing buzz around Artificial Intelligence (AI), most single-family home builders have yet to adopt it within their business practices. But that may soon change.

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How the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ Could Impact Housing - The MortgagePoint

As President Trump’s tax reform measure makes its way through the Senate, MortgagePoint examines the impact the bill will have on the nation’s housing space.

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Fight over lumber tariffs could reshape future of US home building...msn.com/en-us/money/realesta…
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Watch the NAHB Monday Morning Briefing for June 2, 2025, for all the housing headlines you need in less than 60 seconds. Read the latest NAHB news at nahb.org/blog.
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New state-funded program tackling housing crisis in Connecticut

A new quasi-public agency funded by the state is working toward a solution to combat Connecticut’s housing crisis. The Connecticut Municipal Development Authority (CMDA) came about last year after a...

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Buddy Hughes, chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) issued a statement after the U.S. and China announced a 90-day pause on most of the tariffs each nation has imposed on one another. nahb.org/news-and-economics/… via @NAHBhome
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A record-high 6.8 million households shared their homes with unrelated housemates, roommates or boarders in 2023. And young adults are not the only ones driving this growth. nahb.org/blog/2025/05/house-… via @NAHBhome

House Sharing Reaches All-Time High as Affordability Issues Linger

A record-high 6.8 million households shared their homes with unrelated housemates, roommates or boarders in 2023. And young adults are not the only ones driving this growth.

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A new title from NAHB's BuilderBooks, "Breaking Ground, Breaking Glass Ceilings," explores what it takes for women to excel in industries traditionally dominated by men, including construction. nahb.org/blog/2025/05/new-bu… via @NAHBhome

5 Tools Women in Construction Can Use for Personal and Professional Growth

A new title from NAHB's BuilderBooks, "Breaking Ground, Breaking Glass Ceilings," explores what it takes for women to excel in industries traditionally dominated by men, including construction.

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HBRA of CT, Inc. retweeted
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1 May 2025
Throughout May, National Home Remodeling Month, NAHB Remodelers will be recognizing the expertise of #remodeling professionals and highlighting the benefits of hiring a professional remodeler. Get resources at nahb.org/advocacy/public-too….
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HBRA of CT, Inc. retweeted
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23 Apr 2025
Sales of new single-family homes were up 7.4% in March to an annual rate of 724,000, 6% higher than a year ago. The median sales price of new houses sold in March 2025 was $403,600, 7.5% lower than in March 2024. #realestate #economy
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