HBAL Blog
Expanding Homeownership Opportunities in Lincoln
Affordable homeownership requires collaboration between builders, lenders and community partners. Nebraska Housing Resource (NHR) offers two programs designed to help make homeownership more attainable while supporting the development of workforce housing in Lincoln....
2026 Sporting Clay Shoot
The Home Builders Association of Lincoln’s Annual Sporting Clay Shoot is held in October at Oak Creek Sporting Club near Brainard, NE. It’s a beautiful time of year for participants to make the short drive north of Lincoln and support the Lincoln Home Builders Care Foundation.
Making the Most of Your Membership: Get the Family Involved
Membership in the Home Builders Association of Lincoln isn’t just about business connections, education and industry advocacy—it’s also about being part of a community. And some of the best opportunities to experience that community are designed with your whole family...
2026 HBAL Membership Drive
Every Referral Is a Valuable Investment HBAL's greatest asset is our members and each new member represents another valuable investment in the future of our industry. Throughout the Membership Drive, recruiters will work to fill their virtual safes by inviting new...
2026 Autumn Social
HBAL members gathered on Monday, September 14, for the Autumn Social at Salt Mine City Brewing Company. The evening included a brief business meeting where President-Elect Scott Schneider invited nominations for the HBAL Board of Directors. The rest of the night was...
HBAL Member Spotlight: Travis Harrison
Name: Travis Harrison Company: Woods Bros. Realty Title/Occupation: REALTOR® Email: travis.harrison@woodsbros.com Phone: 308-641-2967 Tell us about your family. My wife, Shawna, and I have been married for 10 years and have three young kids. They keep us busy with...
2026 Remodelers Council Golf Tournament
Proceeds from this event support the Lincoln Home Builders Care Foundation which supports community service projects focused on housing, provides scholarships for students pursuing a career related to the building industry and funds other industry related educational programs.
Making the Most of Your Membership: Parade of Homes
The Fall Parade of Homes Is More Than a Tour—It’s an Opportunity for HBAL Members The Fall Parade of Homes is just around the corner, and it’s more than a showcase of beautiful homes—it’s a chance for HBAL members to put their businesses in front of thousands of...
Making the Most of Your Membership: Volunteer at an HBAL Event
One of the best ways to maximize your HBAL membership is by getting involved and volunteering at an event is one of the easiest places to start. Whether you're helping at the Remodelers Council Golf Tournament, the Sporting Clay Shoot, a membership event or another...
HBAL Member Spotlight: Chris Dieckmann
Name: Chris Dieckmann Company: Minuteman Press Lincoln Title/Occupation: President/Owner Email: ne202@minutemanpress.com What are you currently reading or listening to? Dream Like a Champion: Wins, Losses, and Leadership the Nebraska Volleyball Way What is your...
HBAL & MOBA 2026 Legislative Session Recap
The 2026 legislative session brought forward several important policy issues impacting housing affordability, residential construction, workforce development, property rights, landlord-tenant law, zoning, building codes and economic development. Throughout the 109th...
2026 HBAL Golf Tournament
Proceeds from this event support the Lincoln Home Builders Care Foundation which supports community service projects focused on housing, provides scholarships for students pursuing a career related to the building industry and funds other industry related educational programs.