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BATC FOUNDATION HOLDS FALL SALE

Builders WareHouse: Recycle, Renew, and Reuse Outlet Store Open Saturday, October 11, 2014 The charitable arm of the Builders Association of the Twin Cities (BATC) announces their annual fall sale is coming up on October 11th. The Foundation’s retail outlet store, Builders WareHouse, sells new and gently used building materials,…

Posted in General, Housing First Minnesota Foundation, Housing First Minnesota News | Tagged: BATC, BATC Foundation, Builders Association of the Twin Cities, Builders WareHouse, Outlet Sale

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September 2014 Twin Cities Residential Construction Remains Tentative

Residential construction in the region continues to under perform expectations, with total year-to-date planned units permitted dropping behind 2013 for the first time. Planned units were down over eight percent for the year, while single family permits were down by 7.5 percent. According to data compiled by the Keystone…

Posted in General, Housing First Minnesota News, Market Information | Tagged: BATC, Builders Association of the Twin Cities, Parade of Homes, Residential Construction Permits, Shawn Nelson

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Housing First Fund Releases its First Series of Ads in Governor’s and Minnesota House Races

For Immediate Release Contact: Katie Eldred (651-697-7567) katie@batc.org The Governor’s Race and Five Metro House Races Featured in Digital Ads Roseville –The Housing First Fund launched its first Independent Expenditures Ads of the 2014 election season, including one focused on incumbent Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton. Titled Questions for…

Posted in Advocacy, General, Housing First Minnesota News | Tagged: 2014 Legislative Session, advocacy, Andrea Todd-Harlin, BATC, Governor Mark Dayton, Housing First, Kirk Stensrud, Roz Peterson, Ryan Rutzick, Shawn Nelson, Stacey Stout

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Fall 2014 Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase Opens September 26

In its 27th year, the Builders Association of the Twin Cities (BATC) is proud to present the Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase. This fall visitors can tour 61 gorgeous remodeled homes on September 26th from 1:00 to 7:00 pm and September 27-28 from noon to 6:00 pm. Entry to all…

Posted in General, Housing First Minnesota News, Remodelers Showcase | Tagged: BATC, BATC Foundation, Bob Michels Construction, Builders Association of the Twin Cities, KARE 11 Backyard, Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase

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2014 Fall Remodelers Showcase Facts

• The Fall Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase is presented by the professional members of the Builders Association of the Twin Cities (BATC). • The Remodelers Showcase has been held in the Twin Cities for 27 years. • The tour runs September 26-28, 2014, with 61 remodeled homes open Friday…

Posted in General, Housing First Minnesota News, Remodelers Showcase | Tagged: BATC, BATC Foundation, Bob Michels Construction, Builders Association of the Twin Cities, Marvin Windows and Doors, Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase

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Remodelers Showcase Features Remodeling Story of Young Widow

This resilient young woman made the decision to remodel the home she shared with her late husband. Her story is a touching reminder that our homes are a place for love and healing. Remodelers Showcase Entry #R54 Ohana Construction 4233 18th Avenue South, Minneapolis Upper…

Posted in General, Housing First Minnesota News, Remodelers Showcase | Tagged: BATC, Builders Association of the Twin Cities, Ohana Construction, Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase

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Gorgeous Dream Remodeled Home Featured in Fall Remodelers Showcase

Each event, BATC’s charitable arm, the BATC Foundation, selects the most exceptional Parade Homes and Remodelers Showcase remodeled homes as their Dream Homes and Dream Remodeled Homes. Each event, the public is invited to help area families in need by visiting these homes, which require a $5.00 donation to enter.

Posted in General, Housing First Minnesota News, Remodelers Showcase | Tagged: BATC, Bob Michels Construction, Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase, Special Spaces Minneapolis

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Lackluster Performance in Twin Cities Residential Construction for August 2014

Residential construction met the dog days of August this year, showing lackluster performance in both single family and multi-family construction. Planned units were down over 50 percent from August 2013, bringing year-to-date totals at just 0.5 percent more than at the same time last year. While overall indicators have remained…

Posted in General, Housing First Minnesota News, Market Information | Tagged: BATC, Builders Association of the Twin Cities, Residential Construction Permits, Shawn Nelson

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