Dallas Builders Association
As housing affordability and attainability slip farther out of reach for American families, a contingent of building industry professionals took their concerns to Capitol Hill in mid-June. David Lehde, director of government affairs for Dallas Builders Association, led the group, which included Dallas Builders Association members who also participate in coinciding meetings at the National Association…
From Staff Reports The Dallas Builders Association has reopened its newly renovated headquarters in Plano following catastrophic flood damage sustained during 2021’s winter storm. More than 100 members and dignitaries gathered May 24 for an official ribbon cutting followed by a celebration presented in partnership with StrucSure Home Warranty in the remodeled 8,500-square-foot office space.…
From Staff Reports The Dallas Builders Association has announced the winners of its 43rd Annual McSAM Awards, presented on April 9 in partnership with Hillwood Communities. The McSAM Awards are held each year to recognize “maximum creativity in sales and marketing.” More than 400 entries were received this year, and winners were named in 62 categories.…
By Phil Crone, Executive Officer Dallas Builders Associaiton The first thing I do before writing this column every year is go back and read the ones from prior years. I take inventory of the problems we solved and see if my premonitions of the ones ahead came true or not. Suffice it to say, I missed…
By Phil CroneExecutive Officer, Dallas Builders Association Amidst a market defined by rampant inflation and material shortages, builders should now prepare for duties (tariffs) on Canadian lumber to double from 8.99 to 18.32 percent. While relatively few boards of Canadian lumber find their way to North Texas, the move by the U.S. Commerce Department is…
