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PHBA offers its members many business services, including but not limited to education and information, networking, consumer conciliation and various types of insurance and business service discounts.
PHBA, through its affiliation with the Home Builders Association of Virginia, offers highly competitive workers compensation and health insurance group programs. Associates have access to builder contact lists as well as numerous advertising and promotional opportunities. Occasional group discount purchasing arrangements are offered to members. Research can be performed using PHBA linkages with NAHB and HBAV.
PHBA is also pleased to be a part of the Verizon Wireless Discount Program that is now available for all members. This program provides members with up to 22% savings on qualifying wireless plans and up to 25% savings on accessories. Call PHBA at (757) 595-1600, to find out how to get your company signed up for this program, and start taking advantage of this great money-saving discount today, or visit the Home Builders Association of Virginia's (HBAV) website at www.hbav.org
There are also many other money-saving discounts and rebates available to all PHBA Members. Visit NAHB's Member Discounts section (www.nahb.org) to view all discounts. Visit HBAV's website, and click on the HBA Virginia REBATE PROGRAM icon. Then, follow the simple steps to obtain your rebate each quarter from suppliers you're probably already buying from!
By speaking with a single voice for the apartment, remodeling and home building industry, PHBA provides an identity for its members. PHBA maintains a Code of Ethics, and is a source of referrals to consumers seeking a builder, remodeler or apartment community. Through PHBA, members achieve an image as professionals, accepted by their peers as responsible members of the housing industry. PHBA also hosts two major promotional events.
In addition to its networking opportunity, PHBA provides basic education to members through seminars, training courses, its bi-monthly newsletter, informational mailings and programs at general membership meetings. PHBA also sponsors courses accredited toward the Registered Apartment Manager (RAM), Certified Leasing Professional (CLP), Institute of Residential Marketing (MIRM) and Certified Site Professional (CSP) designations offered by the National Association of Home Builders. For more information about the education and information PHBA provides, visit our various News, Info & Issues pages, our Events page or our Councils page.
PHBA, HBAV and NAHB provide a comprehensive program of representation for its membership, at the local, state and federal levels. PHBA articulates our member's opinions into a single industry voice on issues. Within PHBA committee and board structures, issues can be identified, actions determined and results tracked. Member's influence is enhanced at state and federal government levels through active PHBA participation in the Home Builders Association of Virginia and the National Association of Home Builders. PHBA is known and respected for reasoned, responsible and well researched policy statements.
Voting is not enough in today's political environment. A well funded political action committee complemented by a well-organized grassroots network are a must in voicing industry concerns to elected officials. When elected officials realize that their PHBA constituents are well informed about industry related issues and are interested and concerned enough to take action, PHBA's governmental effectiveness increases significantly. PHBA's Political Action Committee for affordable Housing (HOMEPAC) provides the basis upon which our governmental activities are built. It endorses and supports candidates for state and local office who are sympathetic to the concept of housing affordability and the shelter needs of their constituency; it informs the membership on what candidates have embraced this concept; and it fosters the vital relationships our members need to help make our industry successful.
As a PHBA member you can proudly display the PHBA logo and link from your website to PHBA's website. To learn how to do this, please visit our "Members Only" section.
PHBA serves as a business referral source for apartment owners, builders and remodelers, and those associated firms selling directly to the public. PHBA responds to consumer inquiries, through database referrals given by telephone and on the internet. PHBA also serves the public with referral information through its Parade of Homes and Home and Garden Expo.
Networking is PHBA's most important business opportunity. Members learn from each other, exchange information, and sell, buy and make business arrangements. Networking takes place at monthly general membership meetings, council meetings, and our many committee meetings and social events. Please check our events page for information on past and upcoming business opportunities.
PHBA provides fun for members, their employees and families. Our social calendar allows all the opportunities to enjoy each other's company. PHBA's social occasions include our annual Installation Banquet, Seafood Fest, Golf Tournament, Summerfest and the Parade of Homes Preview Party.
Our Installation Banquet is an elegant affair, held each winter in a convenient, well chosen location. It features a gourmet dinner, dancing, and live music, along with the installation of the PHBA Officers and award presentations including: Builder of the Year, Associate of the Year and Big Spike of the Year.
PHBA's Spring Seafood Fest, held at Graham & Rollins Seafood in Hampton, was started in 2010. A fun night of great seafood, beverages, live music and networking kicks off the Spring months for PHBA Members at this event on the docks in downtown Hampton.
Our Golf Tournament, held each spring, provides a chance for members to socialize and offers associate members an opportunity to promote their products and services through sponsorships and one-on-one networking.
Our Summerfest is held each summer and provides members the opportunity to offer their employees a day of fun in the sun with live music, contests, food and refreshment.
Our Parade of Homes Preview Party is our premier annual industry event which affords members the opportunity to celebrate and preview the showing of the Parade of Homes entries. Over 1,000 attendees get a private viewing of the custom-built, professionally landscaped and decorated homes on display. They also help recognize the exemplary efforts of some of the finest builders on the Virginia Peninsula. A liberal menu of food and refreshments are provided.
Other events are also scheduled throughout the year providing additional networking opportunities. View our Events page for details on upcoming PHBA events.
