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November 2022
Upcoming Classes: November & December Presented by Client Management: Managing a Bet- ter Business Series - Nov. 2 Gain perspective on how to man- Topics to be covered include: n 45L Tax Reduction; n Climate Zone Changes affect - n CRM solutions n Change orders n How panelists manage their
PWB features Jennifer Clarke Johnson Nov. 16
Jennifer Clarke Johnson, presi- dent and founder of Olivia Clarke Homes, will be the guest speaker at the Nov. 16 meeting of Professional Women in Building. The Happy Hour event begins at 4 p.m. at Dallas BA offices. Award-winning builder Jennifer Clarke Johnson has established one of the nation’s first female-led home - building companies. Knowing that women make 91 percent of homebuying decisions, Jennifer recognized her unique op- portunity to build a brand that “deliv- ers the lifestyle that we, as women, want to create for ourselves and our families,” she said. Since founding Olivia Clarke Homes in January 2021, she’s pro- duced an elevated, intriguing, and unique brand and customer experi- ence resulting in true buyer connec- tion. She assembled a dynamic team of top-notch individuals to build her company from the ground up, and the market has reacted with admiration and acceptance of not just the brand, but of Jennifer’s leadership.
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age your clients from some of the best housing industry professionals around—Past President Matt Mitchell of James Anderson Custom Homes and John Todd of Elite Remodeling. This class will cover: n How to deal with difficult clients n How to effectively manage leads Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Cost: $35 Member/$55 Non-Member In-Person and Virtual Options Register for Client Management. Energy Code Update – The Good, The Bad and The Ugly: Building a Better House Series - Dec. 6 Expert James Rodriguez of Fox Energy Specialists decodes what to ex- pect in the upcoming IECC updates and when the new regulations take charge. The published version of the 2021 n Competitive proposals n Negotiating with clients n Solutions to being underbid International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) was released early in 2021 and has now been under review by many municipalities across the metroplex. This edition of the IECC has many significant changes when compared to previous editions currently enforced across the State of Texas (i.e., 2015, 2018 IECC). Even if adopted with lo- cal amendments, builders will still need to plan for substantial impacts to their current energy packages.
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n What apps are vital to them? n Ghant charts n Budgeting tools n Strategies / Systems/ Processes n Tools used to save time/ money/
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n Building Envelope Changes; n Mechanical System Changes; n Prescriptive Path; n Performance Path; n ERI Path; n State Approved Alternative Paths (i.e., HB 3215, ENERGY STAR); and n North Texas Local Amend- ments. Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Cost: $35 Member/$55 Non-Member In-Person Only Register for Energy Code Update. Building a Better House Series partners are DuPont, Samsung and Texas Builders Resource Group. Tools & Technology: Managing a Better Business Series - Dec. 7 Learn which tools and technology builder members use to maximize their profits and streamline their timelines in a 3-hour boot camp with real-life ap- plications and demonstrations. Instructor panelists Joshua Cor- rea, Divino, Homes; John Todd, Elite Remodeling; Tim Lansford, Luxury Homes of Texas; Diane Hatfield, Alair Homes, and Donny Mack, Beaver Builders, will discuss tools they use to manage their own businesses. Other topics will include:
improve client satisfaction n Lead times tips
Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Cost: $35 Member/$55 Non-Member In-Person and Virtual Options Register for Tools & Technology. 2021-2023 TAB Contracts Updates Class The Bush Rudnicki Shelton Law Firm will offer guidance on the updates to the 2021-2023 Texas Association of Builders contracts package. The 2021-2023 contracts include immense changes which reflect the outcome of the last legislative session. In 2021 Significant modifications have been made to Disclosure Provi- sions, Materials Escalation Clause, Termination by Builder Procedures, Arbitration Provisions, Insurance Re- quirements, Definition of Construction Costs among others. Updates include: n NEW Cost-Plus on Builder’s Lot Construction Contract (document 3.2); n NEW Pricing Terms and Non- Solicitation Addenda (documents 8.22 and 8.23); and n NEW Injury Incident Reporting Form (document 8.6) Class information is specific to builders. Builder non-members may attend; however, they must be a mem- ber to purchase the contracts pack- age through the Texas Association of Builders. Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Cost: $35 Member/$55 Non-Member In-Person Only ADVANCED REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR THE CONTRACTS CLASS. The All Access Continuing Educa- tion Pass gets you into all continuing education classes for only $249. Pass holders will also have access to all Continuing Education on-demand videos. Classes are offered throughout the year and are instructed by industry experts covering hot topics affecting North Texas. The Pass offers the convenience of easy, quick registration. Just simply enter your Pass promo code and you’re done. This program is brought to you by StrucSure Home Warranty. DETAILS.
Jennifer Clarke Johnson Prior to launching Olivia Clarke Homes, she held leadership positions with other homebuilding companies. Jennifer has earned national rec- ognition as a member of the 2016 Professional Homebuilder’s Class of 40 Under 40 and as 2017 Project Manager of the Year. Olivia Clarke Homes was a two-time award recipi- ent at the 2022 McSAM Awards. Register for the Nov. 16 Profes- sional Women in Building meeting.
PWB board member Katie Youngblood of Highland Homes welcomes October keynote speaker Jean Ann Brock, co-founder of Highland Homes, known for her innovative approach to sales, marketing and architec- ture.
Association survey reveals ‘long way to go’ on permitting
In a recent survey Dallas BA members were asked how long recent permits, submitted since May 1, took for approval. The results indicate that there is still a long way to go before this issue is corrected. Out of the 90+ homes included in the survey, more than 80 percent took more than 10 weeks. Builders also reported significant delays at various stages of the process. Fifty-five percent waited more than four weeks for prescreen (the time the submittal is being reviewed for completeness), 83 percent waited more than four weeks for zoning review, and more than 70 percent of homes took three or more weeks for water/waste- water review. It should be noted that some of
those processes occur contemporane- ously. “While I really appreciate the ef- forts being made by Andrew Espinoza and his team, this survey shows that we have a long way to go before we see reasonable timelines that are on par with surrounding cities,” said Dallas BA Executive Officer Phil Crone. “We’ve urged the city to find ways to publish accurate and actionable data regarding how long it is taking people so that we can dive into and solve the root cause of what is holding up these various steps.” Members with stuck projects are encouraged to reach out to the Dallas BA. To date, the Association has helped more than 200 member-built homes move more quickly through the system.
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