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Twin Cities Home Building Activity Continues Slow Pace

Roseville, MN (October 28, 2015) – With a drop in the number of permits pulled in October, Twin Cities residential construction fell two percent when comparing year to date statistics over last year. For 2015, single-family permits remain relativity flat, down only one percent from the same time period in…

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

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Builders Association of the Twin Cities Honors its Best at the 2015 Building Industry Gala

ROSEVILLE, MINN (October 23, 2015) — Over 600 Builders Association of the Twin Cities (BATC) members attended the industry’s biggest event of the year, a red carpet Awards Gala on Thursday, October 22nd. The gala was held at Mystic Lake Casino Event Center with singer/songwriter and Cities 97 DJ, Keri Noble,…

Posted in Awards, General, Housing First Minnesota News | Tagged: Associate of the Year, BATC, Builder of the Year, Builders Association of the Twin Cities, Building Industry Gala, Reggie Awards, Remodeler of Merit Awards, Remodeler of the Year, ROMA Awards

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While Home Building Soars Nationally Twin Cities Residential Construction Remains Flat

Roseville, MN (September 30, 2015) – Markets across the country are seeing a strong rise in new home building, but here in the Twin Cities, residential construction remains slow and steady. For September, single-family permits were down six percent when compared to this month last year, and multi-family permits were…

Posted in Housing First Minnesota News, Market Information | Tagged: Builders Association of the Twin Cities, Chris Contreras, Housing Data, Twin Cities Housing

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Twin Cities Residential Construction Steadily Climbs in August

Roseville, MN (August 27, 2015) – Despite seeing month over month improvements for the past two months, the Twin Cities’ residential construction remains flat for the year. While single-family permits were up 13 percent when compared to August 2014, year to date remains flat with a rise of less than…

Posted in Housing First Minnesota News, Market Information | Tagged: Builders Association of the Twin Cities, Housing Data, Housing Data Twin Cities, Residential Housing permits

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Fall 2015 Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase® Tour: October 2-4, 2015

In its 28th year, the Builders Association of the Twin Cities (BATC) is proud to present the Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase. This Fall, visitors can tour 63 remodeled homes the final weekend of the Parade of Homes. Homes are open Friday, October 2nd from 1:00 to 7:00 pm and…

Posted in Housing First Minnesota Foundation, Housing First Minnesota News, Remodelers Showcase | Tagged: adult coloring books, Artisan Home Tour, BATC, BATC Foundation, Brian BT Turner, Builders Association of the Twin Cities, Healthy Exposure Construction, Holiday Stationstores, Parade of Homes, Remodelers Showcase, The Rack Shack, Vujovich Design Build, Wendydoodles.com

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Facts About the Fall 2015 Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase®

The living room pictured above is by Gonyea Homes and Remodeling, Remodelers Showcase Home #R39. • The Fall Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase is presented by the professional remodeler members of the Builders Association of the Twin Cities (BATC). • The Remodelers Showcase has been held in the…

Posted in Housing First Minnesota News, Remodelers Showcase | Tagged: BATC, Builders Association of the Twin Cities, Healthy Exposure Construction, Marvin Windows and Doors, Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase, Vujovich Design Build

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Fall 2015 Remodelers Showcase Guidebook Tells the Remodeling Stories from Four Families

Having your home remodeled is a great way to create the spaces that fit your family better. But it can seem daunting and confusing. It doesn’t have to be. Hiring a professional remodeler, like those that participate in the Remodelers Showcase, will minimize stress and maximize satisfaction. The Fall 2015…

Posted in Housing First Minnesota News, Remodelers Showcase | Tagged: BATC, Boyer Building Corp., Builders Association of the Twin Cities, Crystal Kitchen Center, Hansen Hometech, Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase, Wooden Dreams

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2015 Fall Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase® Features Two BATC Foundation Dream Remodeled Homes

During each Remodelers Showcase tour, BATC’s charitable arm, the BATC Foundation, selects one or two special Remodelers Showcase remodeled homes as Dream Remodeled Homes. The public is invited to help area families in need by visiting these homes, which require a $5.00 donation to enter. All proceeds help continue the…

Posted in Housing First Minnesota Foundation, Housing First Minnesota News, Remodelers Showcase | Tagged: BATC, BATC Foundation, Builders Association of the Twin Cities, Healthy Exposure Construction, Healthy Indoor Air, Marvin Windows and Doors, Parade of Homes Remodelers Showcase, Vujovich Design Build

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Fall 2015 Parade of Homes Opens September 12th, 2015

The Builders Association of the Twin Cities (BATC) is proud to present the 67th Fall Parade of Homes with 390 new homes to tour all across the extended metro region. This fall, the tour runs from September 12th through October 4th, with all homes open Thursdays through Sundays, from noon…

Posted in Housing First Minnesota News, Parade of Homes | Tagged: BATC, Brian Turner, Builders Association of the Twin Cities, Carl M. Hansen Companies, Elevation Homes, John Kraemer & Sons, Jyland Construction Management, Lecy Bros. Building and Remodeling, Minnesota Homeowners Alliance, Parade of Homes, Personal Designer Idea Gallery, Semler Construction, The Rack Shack, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, Xcel Energy

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Facts About the Fall 2015 Parade of Homes

The Fall Parade of Homes is presented by the Builders Association of the Twin Cities (BATC) and features 390 new homes to tour in this, the 67th consecutive Fall tour. Homes are open September 12th through October 4th , Thursdays through Sundays from noon to 6:00 pm. All the homes…

Posted in Housing First Minnesota News, Parade of Homes | Tagged: BATC, Builders Association of the Twin Cities, Carl M. Hansen Companies, Green Path Energy Tour, John Kraemer & Sons, Jyland Construction Management, Lecy Bros. Building and Remodeling, Minnesota Homeowners Alliance, Minnesota's Green Path, Parade of Homes, Semler Construction, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, Xcel Energy