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Contact: Annie Nommensen, Event & Education Manager, 262-436-1122
MBA Announces Educational Courses Offered During September
(Waukesha, WI) – August 25, 2008 – In today’s competitive business climate, it is critical for developers, builders, remodelers, and those affiliated with the construction industry to be able to separate themselves from the competition. That’s why the MBA introduced our Certified Construction Professional program in 2004. A CCP designation speaks to an individual’s dedication to continuing education as well as his or her dedication to the customer and the home building industry. Educated professionals are more likely to educate their customers on the latest technologies available in the home building industry. Professionals who are constantly learning and challenging themselves are not afraid to share new techniques and applications with their customers. The MBA is proud to report that in the third year of the CCP program, over 600 MBA members are well on their way to certification.
In the month of September, the following courses are available to MBA members and other professionals:
* Unless otherwise noted, all classes are held at the Metropolitan Builders Association, N16 W23321 Stone Ridge Dr., Waukesha
September 9th – Real Estate Course 1 & 2
Presented by: Mike Stansliewski, MPS School of Real Estate Sponsored by: Continental Wisconsin Sign
This seminar is approved by the State Department of Regulation & Licensing for credit for real estate license renewal and will cover the topics of approved forms, contract law, real estate practice and agency.
Cost: $60 MBA member/$85 non-member Class Time: 9:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. CCP Credit Hours: No CCP credit hours.
September 11th – SMC Roundtable: What are you doing now that is making a difference in your business?
Presented by: Angela Cooper
This session will review the official building contract and remodeling agreement that is commonly used in the industry. Both contracts implement state regulations, such as the Right to Repair law and DATCP 110. This session will also review the official trade contractor agreement contract, which is 2 pages in length and covers project description/location; contract price; changes; authority to contract for the work; default prior to start of construction; project time; lien notice; signatures; enforceability; entire agreement; acceptance; and any special provisions. This session will review in detail the general building specifications form.
Cost: $10 MBA member/$20 non-member Class Time: 7:45 a.m. 9:00 a.m. CCP Credit Hours: No CCP Credit Hours
September 18th – Financing the Construction Business
Presented by: Ralph Redlin & Mark Widmann, Sitzberger, Widmann, and Company S.C.
The workshop will deal with the "real life" financing issues facing investors and owners involved with starting up and operating a construction business. In particular, it will look at the banking and tax considerations involved in initial capitalization, ongoing business financing, and the use of trade creditor financing.
Cost: $30 MBA member/$50 non-member Class Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. CCP Credit Hours: 2.0 hours in the Business Practices Series
September 30th – Real Estate Course 3 & 4
Presented by: Mike Stansliewski, MPS School of Real Estate Sponsored by: Continental Wisconsin Sign
This seminar is approved by the State Department of Regulation & Licensing for credit for real estate license renewal and will cover the topics of approved forms, contract law, real estate practice and agency.
Cost: $60 MBA member/$85 non-member Class Time: 9:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. CCP Credit Hours: No CCP credit hours.
The MBA is a non-profit and non-partisan association which represents the building industry in the metropolitan Milwaukee area. The MBA develops and offers education for consumers as well as members. By establishing business ethics and industry standards, the MBA has earned a reputation as a trusted resource. Consumers enjoy our promotions for housing and housing products, while members take part in our professional and social activities throughout the year. The MBA has a long standing tradition of giving back to the community through a variety of philanthropic ventures.
