Category Archives: State and Local News

This last week I saw an email from the Shawnee Economic Development Department. It blew me away. Here are some folks that realize how important homebuilders are to their economy. I am taking the liberty of putting this part of the email in my blog, rea...

This is one of my favorite times of the year. Now I know you are thinking of Christmas, with all the festivities and parties and presents. Well, I am too. But another favorite is making the installation banquets of all the local associations. I can get...

Latest news - the National Commission on Fiscal Responsibility and Reform has issued their report. This commission was charged with the responsiblity of coming up with a plan to reduce the deficit. Well, the plan is, quite frankly, alarming. While ...

Homebuilders' efforts will pay off for Oklahoma consumers BY TOM FRENCH Published: August 20, 2010 Consumers will reap rewards from state homebuilders' legislative efforts to tighten contractor registration requirements. The first invol...

Homebuilder's advice on social media: 'Be yourself, but yourself without a megaphone.' Central Oklahoma Home Builders Association has taken steps to encourage members and others in the home-building business to embrace social media. Published: ...

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...