3 Things You Need to Know- One week until the LAUNCH! Don't miss our annual board induction and economic update on January 24th. Register here >>
- Have you checked your online reputation lately? Find out what you need to know at our Feb. 1st Roundtable! Learn more >>
- New to BATC? Join us for our Member KickStart on February 8th at BATC. Register here >>
Join Us for a Day at the Capitol Like No Other!
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As part of a new and exciting partnership BATC is joining forces with the Minnesota Association of REALTORS for Housing Day at the Capitol on February 23rd! Join us at the newly renovated Capitol to show your support for our first-of-its-kind Homeownership Initiative, which will help make owning a home affordable for all. To accommodate our growing numbers and our new partners, this year's event will kick off at the Saint Paul RiverCentre! Be a part of this monumental day! Just $15 if you Register by February 1st!
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Legislative Update: Homeowners Benefit From Tax Conformity Bill
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Lawmakers took swift action during the first two weeks of the session and passed a federal tax conformity bill that was signed it into law on Friday. The tax conformity measure will provide $21 million in tax cuts to more than 200,000 Minnesotans, including college students, teachers and homeowners.
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This Week's BATC Related Headlines2016 was third-biggest year for home sales in Twin Cities
A modest gain in December home sales ends a year of extremes. Read more >> For Twin Cities home buyers this year, the thing that matters most is speed
Twin Cities proves to be a sellers' market, especially for entry-level homes. Read more >>
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BATC in Paradise at IBSIt doesn't get much better than sandy beaches, palm trees and BATC members sharing their excitement for the industry. We had so much fun seeing our members at our hospitality suite at IBS! Check out our photo gallery from this year's event!
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2017 Spring Artisan Dream HomesWe're excited to announce the four beautiful new homes and three spectacular remodeled homes that have been hand selected as our Spring Artisan Dream Homes by the BATC Foundation.
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Scholarship Applications Now Open!The BATC Foundation is accepting 2017-2018 scholarship applications through February 10, 2017! The Foundation's scholarship selections will give priority to those seeking to learn a construction trade. This includes carpentry, HVAC, electrical, plumbing and others.
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A few spaces remain for the BATC Job & Career Fair! Thursday, February 16, 2017 | Mall of America Rotunda |12–4 PMLimited booth spaces remain. Join the following businesses exhibiting at the job fair: Boise Cascade, Brush Masters, Carpentry Contractors, Country Lumber, Dakota County Lumber Co., Distinctive Drywall, GreenGuard Construction Inc., Hedberg Supply, IDC-Automatic, Inspiration Design Center,
Installed Building Solutions II LLC, JL Schwieters Building Supply/Construction Inc., Lake Country Builders Ltd., Lampert Lumber, Lennar, Pella Windows & Doors, Plekkenpol Builders Inc., ProBuild, Shaw/Stewart Lumber Co., Solid-Employees LLC, The Tile Shop, Tradesmen International, and Vujovich Design Build. To exhibit, click on the box below, and when you arrive at the job fair website site, scroll down to “Exhibitor Opportunity.”
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25 courses with 25 instructors offered through March 2017
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January CoursesLearn from top local and national industry experts! Tuesday, January 24, 2017
Advanced (And Cost Saving!) Alternatives in Code Compliant Spray Foam Assemblies • Principles and Best Practices for High-Performance Enclosures • How to Deal with a Crazed Homeowner: Responding to a Homeowner’s Aggressive Threats and Tactics • Merging Home and Site: Maximizing Value, Marketability, Function, Efficiency, Views, and Livability • Radiant Floor Heating – Which Type of System is Best for Your Client’s Home? (Class held in Roseville, 7-Hours, Includes Energy) Tuesday, January 31, 2017
Minnesota Residential Building Code and Energy Code Questions & Answers (Class held in Maple Grove - 7 Hours, Includes Energy) Courses are approved for continuing education credits for MN and WI Contractors, MN Realtors, and MN Building Officials. Full Day Only $98 • Individual Courses Starting at $14 (Lead renovator Courses are extra) Classes are open to everyone and include lunch.
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You Should Really Attend BRS!
BRS attendee registration is now open! BATC's award-winning tradeshow is an event you won't want to miss. It's informative, fun and it's free. Register here >>
Upcoming Calendar of BATC Events
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January 24
- Contractor-U: Seven hours of CE courses [Register]
- 2017 Launch Party [Register]
January 31
- Contractor-U: Minnesota Residential Building Code and Energy Code Questions & Answers [Register]
February 1
Small Volume Builders and Remodelers Roundtable: Managing your Online Reputation [Register]
February 7
- Contractor-U: Energy, Railing and Contractor Best Practices [Register]
February 8
Member KickStart [Register]
February 14
- Contractor-U: EPA Lead Renovator Certification Refresher Class [Register]
February 23
- Housing Day at the Capitol [Register]
February 28
- Contractor-U: Minnesota Residential Building Code and Energy Code Questions & Answers [Register]
March 4 - April 2
Parade of Homes [Details]
March 7
- Contractor-U: Seven hours of CE courses [Register]
March 14
- Contractor-U: Seven hours of CE courses [Register]
March 21
- Contractor-U: Seven hours of CE courses including Justin Wilson [Register]
March 28
- Contractor-U: EPA Lead Renovator Certification Initial Class [Register]
March 31 - April 2
Remodelers Showcase [Details] For a complete list of events, visit our website at www.batc.org
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