Member Benefits
Lobbying Efforts.
HBRMV is constantly promoting legislation beneficial to our industry and the consumer and opposing that, which we feel, is harmful. Through our State and National affiliations our Association is a leader in the legislative arena in regards to the residential construction industry. Membership provides the opportunity to personally participate in an organized Lobbying effort annually.
Liaison With Local Government.
HBRMV is in constant contact with local government officials. In this respect the Association is always updated on constantly changing local rules and regulations affecting the residential industry. HBRMV is a member of the local Codes Association. By attending their monthly meetings we are in constant contact with local codes officials.
Member and Consumer Education.
Through educational membership meetings (once a month) and seminars, we strive to keep our members abreast of changing laws, rules and regulations, lending policies, new construction methods and materials, etc. in order to keep our members current with all aspects of the industry. The Association continually informs the public through press releases of their rights as consumers, which protects all involved in the industry.
Industry Promotion.
Through Advertising Campaigns, HBRMV promotes the members of the Association as well as the industry as a whole. HBRMV promotes the fact that high standards of health, safety and sanitation shall be built into every home that our members are involved with. HBRMV has established a set of Performance Standards that we feel should be evident in all our members work.
Charitable and Community Involvement.
HBRMV gets involved with many charitable and community organizations. Through donation of money, time and materials the Association and our members work closely with such organizations as Habitat for Humanity.
Forums For Members To Make Contacts and Share Ideas.
Social Events provide members the opportunity to "rub elbows" with friends, associates and competitors in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. Membership Meetings, the Annual Golf Outing and Annual Clam Bake provide the atmosphere for just that. Every contact a businessman or businesswoman makes is a potential asset to his or her business.
Latest Industry Information.
Members can improve their business through the information available in publications they receive from the local, state and national associations as well as the exchange of ideas at meetings, seminars and conventions.
Enhancement Of A Positive, Professional Member Image.
Acquire the Prestige of Membership in our known and respected Association that is frequently called upon for assistance and recommendations by consumers, civic and governmental agencies. Our members are now being looked at as leaders in their field...leaders who have the expertise and trust that consumers can rely on.
Home Building and Remodeling Exposition.
HBRMV offers the Mohawk Valley Area the only exclusive Building and Remodeling Exposition. The Annual Home Show gives exhibitors a chance to present their products and services to potential customers in a professional atmosphere. Association members received discounted booth rates and the opportunity for advance registration.
Further Your Own Industry...."Every man owes a part of his time and money to the business or industry in which he is engaged. No man has the moral right to withhold his support from an organization that is striving to improve conditions within his sphere."
....Theodore Roosevelt
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