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BLSJ Golfers Hit the Links at Medford Village Country Club
The drenching rain that threatened the BLSJ Summer Golf Outing all morning held off just as the last golfers were coming off the course at Medford Village Country Club on June 27, 2022. Thanks to all our golfers, outing volunteers and our sponsors. GOLF OUTING WINNERSLowest Net Foursome Dave Goldman – UFP Berlin Bob Murtha – UFP Berlin Tyler Pohl Joe Harbaugh Second Lowest Net Foursome Mike Kidd – Kieffer’s Appliance Chuck Derr Cristina Fernandez – South Jersey Gas Third Lowest Net
Where’s South Jersey’s Housing Market Headed?
Pictured are BLSJ EVP Rick Van Osten; economist Dr. Kevin Gillen, Senior Research Fellow Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation at Drexel University; NJ Builders Association CEO Jeff Kolakowski and BLSJ President Sam Williams, Atlantic Development & Const. Management, Inc.“Is the housing market in another bubble?” Economist Dr. Kevin Gillen, Senior Research Fellow Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation at Drexel University, gave his reason why it’s not at the Builders League’s Mid-Year Housing & Economic
BLSJ Quick Issues Index - June 2022
BLSJ, NJBA and NAHB fight for its members at the Statehouse in Trenton, on Capitol Hill in Washington D.C., and in the communities where they do business. We work hard to defeat excessive regulations and to protect our members’ bottom lines. Our advocacy efforts include educating policymakers and the Administration, building successful coalitions, and mobilizing our membership’s grassroots on a range of issues.SECOND QUARTER 2022 UPDATENJBA Discusses Transformer Issues and Delays with PSE&G, Governor's
Prepare Your Home for Severe Summer Weather
Mother Nature’s wicked rages can take a toll on your home, from flooding to tornados. Recently, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicted an above-normal 2022 Atlantic Hurricane Season. However, even if you do not live in a hurricane-prone area, natural disasters can happen at any time, anywhere. Due to the unpredictability of the climate, it is essential to take steps now to prepare your house and yard to withstand extreme weather. Before you begin, review your insurance
Emergency PACT Rulemaking Delayed
NJBA Weekender, June 10, 2022: On May 25th, The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) announced it would be taking the dramatic step of deviating from its previously reported rulemaking timeline and would be adopting a portion of the Protecting Against Climate Threats (PACT) rules under its emergency rulemaking powers. As we have noted over the past couple of years, the PACT rules will have a drastic impact on development in NJ. DEP is expected to announce today that it is delaying the filing of the
Mayor Of Atlantic City And The Michaels Organization Unveil Intensive Youth Training And Apprentices
Atlantic City, NJ – On Wednesday, June 1st, Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small, Sr., and The Michaels Organization announced details of a new opportunity for Atlantic City youth to gain knowledge and training in all aspects of real estate construction, including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and roofing. Small and executives from Michaels were joined by the aspiring young builders, as well as community leaders and neighborhood residents, at Buzby Homes, the affordable housing community being
Conifer Strengthens Leadership Team with Two Promotions and Two New Hires
(Rochester, NY – May 26, 2022) Conifer Realty, a nationally-recognized industry leader in the investment, development, and management of high-quality affordable housing, proudly announces two promotions to the strategic leadership team. Sam Leone has been promoted to President where he is responsible for the company’s strategic direction, culture, growth, overall management of the company, and overseeing strategic growth opportunities, including new development, strategic partnerships, and investment. As
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, Remodelers Talk How They Choose Vendors
Several builders and remodeler members shared with attendees the details about their building/remodeling business, challenges, and insights on how Associates might best position themselves to work with their companies at the BLSJ Associates Committee meeting on May 3, 2022. The builders and remodeler members shared with attendees the details about their building/remodeling business, challenges, and insights on how Associates might best position themselves to work with their companies. Thanks to our panel:
Atlantic Builders Convention Exhibitor Registration Open
Exhibitor registration is now open for the 2023 Atlantic Builders Convention (ABC) – March 28-30, 2023 at Harrah’s Waterfront Conference Center in Atlantic City. Early-bird pricing is available until June 30th! 2021 ABC Exhibitors receive an additional $250 discount until June 30th! Reserve your booth today: https://www.abconvention.com/exhibit/
Builders League Scholarship Foundation awards $8,500 in 2022
BLSJ Scholarship Foundation President Robert Washburn announced scholarship awards totaling $8,500 were presented to five 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 Katherine Kaderabek of Mickleton, who is majoring in Architecture at The Catholic University of America; Luke Kozlowski of Hammonton, who plans to major in Construction
BLSJ 2022 Grand Sponsor Profile: D.R. Horton
D.R. Horton, America’s #1 Home Builder since 2002, offers new construction homes for sale in some of New Jersey’s most desirable locations. In 1978, D.R. Horton broke ground on our first home in Fort Worth, Texas. Since that day, the company has defined its success not by bricks and mortar, but by the satisfaction of the families that make our houses their homes. Our foundation is a single, guiding principle: a value-first dedication to the individual needs of each and every one of our nation’s
BLSJ 2022 Grand Sponsor: BuildersFirstSource
BLSJ Grand Sponsor Builders FirstSource is located in Mt Laurel NJ, with corporate headquarters in Dallas TX. Builders FirstSource and Probuild have completed a historic merger for the creation of one of the nation’s largest professional building materials suppliers. Publicly traded on the Nasdaq stock exchange; “BLDR”, Builders FirstSource is the leading supplier and manufacturer of structural and related building products for residential new construction in the United States. The combined companies
BLSJ 2022 Grand Sponsor Profile: NB Advisors, LLC.
Here at NB Advisors, LLC, our sole focus is to help the American Entrepreneur Build the American Dream. Our systematic process to helping builder and associate members has been proven to help drive dramatic growth in profits for our clients. Our suite of outsourced CFO services has helped multiple entrepreneurs triple their bottom line in under two years' time. If you are an associate or builder with sales between $2M and $50M per year and would like to have a conversation about what NB Advisors, LLC can
BLSJ 2022 Grand Sponsor Profile: Land Dimensions Engineering
BLSJ Grand Sponsor Land Dimensions employs an integrated approach to land use through our highly qualified personnel of licensed/certified professionals, consisting of engineers, planners, land surveyors and wetlands scientists. Our area of service includes the entire state of New Jersey, eastern Pennsylvania and northern Delaware with most of our work located in south-central New Jersey. We have established our reputation in working with the private developer and are recognized for possessing
BLSJ 2022 Grand Sponsor Profile: James Sassano Associates, Inc.
BLSJ Grand Sponsor James Sassano Associates, Inc. Engineering and Surveying has been a trusted partner with Home Builders, Developers, Contractors, Architects, and Municipalities since 1996. Our Engineers, Surveyors and Planners each have a minimum 25 years of experience in their profession. We offer a comprehensive approach to all your Engineering, Surveying, Planning and Construction Layout needs by staying current with the land use laws and regulations. In addition we have a team of licensed
BLSJ 2022 Grand Sponsor Profile: Consulting Engineer Services
Builders League of South Jersey Grand Sponsor Consulting Engineer Services (CES) is a full service civil engineering, land surveying and environmental firm serving builders, developers, governments and construction companies throughout the Southern New Jersey and Delaware Valley regions. Providing exceptional service to clients since 1964, CES can meet all your design needs for any size project while still maintaining the individualized attention we are known for. Our highly trained and motivated
BLSJ 2022 Grand Sponsor Profile: Thesing Companies LLC,
Builders League of South Jersey Grand Sponsor Thesing Companies LLC, Power Sweeping & Property Services WWW.ThesingCompanies.Com is a family owned and operated Woman Business Enterprise for over 25 years.THESING COMPANIES has earned a spot as one of the Delaware Valley’s Largest service contractors, with locations in Southern New Jersey & Southeastern PA. We are a Grand Sponsor member of the Builders League of SJ and member of the UTCA, ABC, NJBA/NAHB, 1-800-SWEEPER, SCA, SNJDC, SNJBP, NJNLA, and
BLSJ 2022 Grand Sponsor Profile: Carter Lumber
Now serving the Southern NJ region, BLSJ Grand Sponsor Carter Lumber, the nation’s 5th largest lumber and building materials supplier, is headquartered in Kent, Ohio. The privately held, family-owned company was founded in 1932 and has 149 locations across 13 states in the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic and the Southeast. Let us help you make your plans a reality! To learn more about Carter Lumber and the services we offer contact Ed Evans at Ed.Evans@carterlumber.comhttp://carterlumber.com
BLSJ 2022 Grand Sponsor Profile: Taylor Wiseman & Taylor
Taylor Wiseman & Taylor was founded in 1901 as a land surveying company and today is a professional services firm that has a broad base of experience in the fields of civil engineering, land surveying, planning, environmental science and consulting, with offices throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southeastern regions. Throughout the twentieth century, Taylor Wiseman & Taylor played a leading role in the design and construction of the residential communities, commercial centers and other infrastructure that
BLSJ 2022 Grand Sponsor Profile: Blenheim Construction
Blenheim Construction. specializes in land improvements for residential and commercial projects of any size. “Digging South Jersey since 1995”, we are centrally located to service New Jersey and Delaware. Our dedicated staff of professionals can provide the following services to jump start your next project:Concise, accurate take-off utilizing the latest earthwork and estimating software.Topographic site verification using Topcon GPS equipment.Up to date project scheduling utilizing Primavera softwareField
BLSJ 2022 Grand Sponsor Profile: Universal Supply
BLSJ Grand Universal Supply is the trusted resource for quality building materials and services throughout New Jersey, Southeastern Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, and Connecticut. Universal Supply has the building products builders and remodelers need, when they need them. Choose from top brands of Roofing, Siding, Windows, Doors, Decking, Railing, Lumber, Cabinets, Countertops and more. Universal has proudly provided premier products such as GAF Roofing, CertainTeed Siding and Andersen Windows to
BLSJ 2022 Grand Sponsor: Title America
Whether it’s a starter home for a newly married couple, a multi-builder Planned Unit Development or a complex commercial transaction, BLSJ Grand Sponsor Title America has the expertise and resources to get the job done. Family owned since 1971, Title America is a Market Leader in the Title Insurance and Settlement Services Arena. They have earned a reputation for prompt, accurate and courteous service…Just Ask Their Clients! Title America has National Closing Services available and stands ready to
BLSJ 2022 Grand Sponsor Profile: Bisgaier Hoff, LLC
Builders League of South Jersey 2019 Grand Sponsor Bisgaier Hoff, LLC. is a real estate and land development law firm committed to helping New Jersey’s development and construction communities succeed in the ever changing, and increasingly difficult, real estate business. The firm is proud to be a part of the Builders League of South Jersey and looks forward to continuing to defend and promote the South Jersey development community. For more information, call our office at 856-795-0150 or visit us at
BLSJ 2022 Grand Sponsor Profile: Closet & Storage Concepts®
Builders League of South Jersey Grand Sponsor Closet & Storage Concepts® offers custom designed closet and storage solutions for every room and lifestyle, including: Closets Pantry Garage Home Office Laundry Room Wall Units Murphy Wall Beds Multi-purpose Rooms Storage Areas And More! Our designers specialize in space planning and will create custom designs to meet individual homeowner’s needs. We offer a wide variety of custom finishes with many accessory and decorative upgrade options. Our products are
BLSJ 2022 Grand Sponsor Profile: Peterman Maxcy Associates
Builders League of South Jersey Grand Sponsor Peterman Maxcy Associates, LLC, isa full service multidiscipline engineering, land surveying and planning firm serving New Jersey and Pennsylvania. With more than 50 years’ experience on its team, Peterman Maxcy Associates has proven experience in surveying, planning, design and construction management of land development and infrastructure projects. Founded in 2006, the firm is licensed to provide engineering, surveying and planning services in New Jersey
BLSJ 2022 Grand Sponsor Profile: South Jersey Gas
Let’s Build South Jersey Together At South Jersey Gas, we know your goal is the same as ours- making sure your customers are satisfied. That’s why we have a staff of experts who make it easy to bring natural gas to your new construction project. Kelly McFarland, New Construction Relationship Manager, will be your partner, coordinating with you to extend service, when you need it, to keep your project on schedule. Contact Kelly today to get your new construction project