Author Archives: Mike Means

By Brianna Bailey Journal Record September 9, 2010 OKLAHOMA CITY - During the 58th annual Parade of Homes next month, visitors to 13300 Canyon Lakes Dr. - a lavish 4,900-square-foot home dripping with crystal chandeliers and glass tiles - a...

Consumers will reap rewards from state homebuilders' legislative efforts to tighten contractor registration requirements. The first involves roofer registration legislation, where roofers will register with the state's Construction Industries Board...

(Walters) As of last February, those who buy a newly-constructed house using a Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loan, there are some requirements that must be met. The contractors must supply a 10-year warranty, guaranteeing the quality of ...

Homebuyers, sellers find a way to strike deals and keep prices firm Home sales dropped last month in the Oklahoma City area, but prices remained firm or better compared with a year ago, according to the Metro Association of Realtors. BY RICHARD...

Q&A with Steve Shoemaker Social media a useful tool for homebuilders. Published: August 6, 2010 Social media can be useful tool for homebuilders, expert says   Q: The Central Oklahoma Home Builders Association held a panel discussi...

A Builder's Perspective by Barb Checket-Hanks Air Conditioning, Heating, Refrigeration: The News September 27, 2010 Shift in Buying Habits May Benefit HVAC Contractors Ideas may be shifting in the home construction market, as a way to i...