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Golf Outing 2010 Photo Gallery

Check out the photos from the recent Golf Outing.  Click on the photos button or click here to view photos.  If you have any photos from the event that you would like to submit for web posting, please e-mail them to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Upcoming Seminar
Design-Build Solutions for Aging and Accessibility

Millions of Americans are living longer and more active lives. With their changing lifestyles, maturing adults are looking to revitalize their homes to fit their lifestyle and abilities. The Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist designation program teaches the technical, business management and customer service skills essential in competing in the fastest growing segment in the residential remodeling industry: home modifications for the aging-in-place. This program will be offered at the Little Traverse Association main office (455 Bay Street, Petoskey) on Saturday, October 2, 2010. Click here for more information and to get the registration form.


Upcoming Seminar
Marketing and Communications Strategies for Aging and Accessibility

Millions of Americans are living longer and more active lives. With their changing lifestyles, maturing adults are looking to revitalize their homes to fit their lifestyle and abilities. Learn best practices in Business Management communicating and interacting with this exciting and evolving population. This program will be offered at the Little Traverse Association main office (455 Bay Street, Petoskey) on Friday, October 1, 2010. Click here for more information and to get the registration form.

Spread the Word... September 14th Tailgate Party

The 7th Annual Tailgate Party (Mini Home Show) will be Tuesday, September 14th at the Emmet County Fairgrounds.
We are excited to announce our 7th Annual Tailgate Party (Mini Home Show) for 2010 to take place on September 14th from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at the Emmet County Fair Grounds. Set-up is at 4:00 pm, on Tuesday. All associate members of LTAHB are invited to be an exhibitor at this year’s show. We have approximately 35-50 spaces available, at $35.00 per space to our Exhibitors (which are members and prospective members only). The $35.00 fee is for advertising, prizes, drinks, and for the rental of the facility. For more information, and to apply, click here.

 

Three-Hour Continuing Education Class - September 17th

1-hour of Safety, 1-hour of Current Michigan Residential Codes, and 1-hour of Legal to be held at LTAHB office. Click here for registration form.


Remodeler's Meeting

The remodeler's meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 15th at Kiss Carpet, Harbor Springs. The meeting will begin at 6:30pm.


LTAHB Receives Award of Excellence
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The Little Traverse Association of Home Builders recently received an Award of Excellence in the following Association Excellence Awards from the Executive Officers Council (EOC) of the National Association of Home Builders: Best Membership Recruitment/ Retention Plan Implemented. Awards were presented during the annual National Association of Home Builders’ 2010 EOC Seminar held in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Pictured at left, Doug Byron accepts the award in behalf of LTAHB. The full story can be found in the upcoming September Blueprint.




Photo Gallery Updates!

The photo gallery has been updated with photos submitted by members at recent events. Click the PHOTOS tab above to view the galleries. More will be coming soon so check back again! If you have photos you would like to submit, email them to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

September 14th Tailgate Party

The 7th Annual Tailgate Party (Mini Home Show) will be September 14th at the Emmet County Fairgrounds. For more information, and to apply, click here.

Innovation Workshops for Contractors

Schluter®-Systems is having a a free Innovation Workshop outlining the latest state-of-the-art installation solutions for ceramic and stone tile installations and the theories behind their innovation. The next workshop will be held in Traverse City on Sept 8 & 9th at Grand Traverse Resort. The link to the site and registration form can be found at the following link: http://www.schluter.com/3792.aspx.


 

ANNOUNCING
Member Discounts

nahb_banner_adAs an NAHB benefit, members have access to discounts and savings opportunities offered by many top companies. All programs, rates, and prices are subject to change without notice. When making contact, the companies request that callers identify themselves as members of the National Association of Home Builders. Click here for more information.

 

LTAHB Members pass "Lead: Renovation, Repair and Painting Training Program"

Click here for complete list of members who have passed this required program.

 


 

10th Annual Garage Build Now Underway!

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2006 Michigan Building Code Books are available for purchase at the LTAHB office for the member price of $70.

Check out our LTAHB library of references, magazines and books for members only use.

 

 

 

 

 


 
How to choose a builder

If you're in the market for a new home, you should shop for your builder as carefully as you shop for your home. Whether you are buying a condo, a townhouse, a house in a subdivision, or a custom built house, you want to know that you are buying a good quality home from a reputable builder. Here are a couple of tips to help you choose a builder.

Make A List of Possible Builders
Once you have thought about the type of house you want, you will need to find a builder.

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