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New Tariffs on Lumber, Wood Product Imports Add Headwinds to Housing Market
In a move that will raise housing costs, the U.S. Commerce Department today imposed a 10% tariff on all timber and lumber imports and an additional 25% tariff on kitchen cabinets and furniture after announcing that it found that imports of these materials and products pose a national security risk. The tariffs go into effect on Oct. 14. Moreover, the tariffs on furniture products are slated to rise to 30% on Jan. 1, 2026, and the kitchen cabinet levies are scheduled to double to 50% on the same
Industry to Celebrate Professional Women in Building Week Sept. 15-19
NAHB’s Professional Women in Building (PWB) Week will take place Sept. 15-19, 2025, celebrating women as a vital part of the residential construction industry. Join NAHB for a week of inspiring content, including Shop Talks, a webinar, blog posts and social media shout-outs that showcase the achievements of women across all areas of the industry, as well as our combined efforts to promote, train, advance and recruit more women into the field. Each day of PWB Week highlights a different focus: More
BLSJ Celebrates Associate Member Appreciation Month
Each September since 1981, the Builders League of South Jersey, the New Jersey Builders Association and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) have recognized the value and efforts of its roughly 75,000 Associate members during Associate Member Appreciation Month. Associate members constitute approximately two-thirds of NAHB's membership, and include: Subcontractors/specialty trade contractors, Professional specialties, Retail dealers/distributors, Financial services and Wholesale
Numerous Opportunities to Market Your Company at BLSJ
Builders League Marketing Opportunities We offer members the opportunity to market to the home building and remodeling industry through various print, digital and sponsorship opportunities. These platforms give you a variety of choices and strategies to market your company to our membership. Here is a snapshot of the opportunities offered. Please reach out to Marlene Spencer, marlene@blsj.com 856-616-8460, ext. 201 to see how we can help craft a campaign to accomplish your goals.Banner AdsGet a powerful
Builders League Scholarship Foundation Awards $19,500 in 2025
BLSJ Scholarship Foundation President Robert Washburn announced scholarship awards totaling $12,000 were presented to four students from southern New Jersey who will be matriculating in an accredited, post-secondary school and pursuing a course of study related to real estate and the construction industry. This year's recipients include Liam Auge of Franklinville, who plans to study electrical at South Jersey Electrical Training; Sean Gallagher of Cinnaminson, who is majoring in Construction Management at
Notice of Settlement for NJ Contractors: Lock Down Your Deal
by Bob Incollingo It’s an old saying that “in an up market, sellers want out, and in a down market, buyers want out.” The time between signing an agreement of sale and going to the closing ought to be worry-free, but when real estate prices are rising, the deal could be jeopardized by an interloper with a sweeter offer. For an ordinary consumer, losing a bargain purchase won’t be the end of the world, but for a rehabber or a builder of spec houses in the business of buying and improving real property
BLSJ Members Meet the South Jersey Gas Team
BLSJ members had the opportunity to meet the South Jersey Gas team at a Lunch and Learn held at the League office on April 22, 2025. The team covered essential items new construction, remodeling, demolition, housing raising, damage prevention practices and more plus answered questions. Members learned who they need to contact for specific support and in what counties. Click here for a copy of the presentation. Thanks to Kelly Kolarski, Chelsea Mullen, Camryn Castellini, Kelsey Patton, Jennifer
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Member Spotlight - Bravas
Member Spotlight Company: Bravas Address: 9 E Stow Rd, Marlton NJ, 08053 Contact Name: Mark Charleston Phone # & e-mail: (484) 459-9612 Mark.Charleston@bravas.com Years in Business: 30 Years in the Builders League of South Jersey: Joined April 2025 What products or services does your company provide? Bravas is a premier provider of smart technology solutions for luxury homes, offering a range of services designed to enhance residential experiences. Our offerings include:Sound & Vision: Custom home
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Newest Member Savings Program - Ford Pro
Savings: NAHB Members can now enjoy discounts ranging from $500-$5,000 on Ford Pro’s world-class cars, trucks, vans, and SUV’s. Discount is stackable with local offers. Requirements: Must be purchased under a business name How to useGo to www.nahb.org/fordClick on the blue “Get Discount Code Documents” box on the top right of this pageFill out the formPrint out all documents & bring the documents to your local dealerBefore purchasing or leasing your vehicle, please give the dealership the NAHB paperwork
2025 Membership Milestones
We would like to thank and acknowledge the following members for their support over the years and reaching these amazing membership milestones this year: Builder Members Serving the League for Over 25 Years 56 Years: John Canuso, John B. Canuso Inc.; Jeffrey Orleans, J.P. Orleans 51 Years: Donald Paparone, Paparone Homes of NJ; Anthony Ziccardi, Presidential Realty Services 47 Years: Michael Procacci Jr., Procacci Development 43 Years: Hershey Homes Inc., Stephen Hovnanian, J.S. Hovnanian & Sons 42
