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MK105 - Digital Marketing Virtual Class

$90.00

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 1:30 PM


Location

Instructor

Virtual Class
Virtual Class

Description

In today's world being relevant means being digitally savvy. Our customers expect for us to have an easy to find 24/7 presence on line. The content we provide must be rich, relevant and engaging to our buyers and our clients. Companies that understand how to be found and how curate a top notch buyer experience are and will continue to gain market share.

4 Credit Hours


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M2025 - 2025 Mandatory Course: Required for 2026 Renewal Course Full Virtual Class

$45.00

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 10:30 AM


Location

Instructor

Virtual Class
Virtual Class

2 Credit Hours


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BT213 - Building Better Foundations Course Full Virtual Class

$45.00

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 8:00 AM


Location

Instructor

Virtual Class
Virtual Class

Description

The Building Better Foundations course is designed to challenge participants to build better foundations by several means; by understanding foundation basics, understanding building code specifics and options, better understanding load transfer from structural members that foundations support, the introduction of the definition of Presumptive soil values, as well as tools and resources for soil testing prior to construction.

2 Credit Hours


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M2025 - 2025 Mandatory Course: Required for 2026 Renewal Virtual Class

$45.00

Friday, November 14, 2025 at 8:00 AM


Location

Instructor

Virtual Class
Virtual Class

2 Credit Hours


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MK208 - Market Trends, Research, Demographics and Economics Virtual Class Dual Credit

$90.00

Friday, November 14, 2025 at 1:30 PM


Location

Instructor

Virtual Class
Virtual Class

Description

Identifying a target market is the first step in running a successful contracting business. This program supplies nuts and bolts explanations underlying housing demand. Builders of all sizes can succeed by analyzing supply and demand factors. The purpose of this course is to help builders identify opportunities for success using the equation Demand–Supply=Opportunity. Examples of actual resource documents are included.

Optional Dual Credit

NC Real Estate Board - $16

4 Credit Hours


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BT214 - A House has to Breathe, Right? Course Full Virtual Class

$45.00

Friday, November 14, 2025 at 10:30 AM


Location

Instructor

Virtual Class
Virtual Class

Description

Everyone has heard that a house has to breathe. Does that make sense? It turns out houses don’t have lungs. So they don't likely need to breathe. But people living inside them do have to breathe. The problem arises when occupants are forced to breathe the same air over and over in substantially airtight homes. Research clearly shows the air in our homes is filled with a variety of contaminants that can create health complications. This course will review those contaminants of concern, their impact on health and how to reduce the risk to health and wellness using whole house ventilation.

2 Credit Hours


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BM109 - Case Study of a Remodeling Company Virtual Class

$90.00

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 8:00 AM


Location

Instructor

Virtual Class
Virtual Class

Description

Students will get a solid understanding of a company’s background, using that information to analyze what issues the company is currently having. We will then create a game plan for success in sales, estimating, marketing, production and other key business categories. You will be able to use this process to analyze your own company to increase your efficiency and profitability.

4 Credit Hours


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M2025 - 2025 Mandatory Course: Required for 2026 Renewal Virtual Class

$45.00

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 3:30 PM


Location

Instructor

Virtual Class
Virtual Class

2 Credit Hours


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PM209 - The Ins and Outs of Flipping Houses Course Full Virtual Class

$45.00

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 1:00 PM


Location

Instructor

Virtual Class
Virtual Class

Description

This course will provide insight on flipping a house for profit. The course will touch on where to find potential properties and what business type to buy properties under. The course will evaluate how to calculate an appraised value after repairs and potential deal busters. In addition, there will be discussion on permitting and insurance requirements. Walk away with insight as to whether or not adding this to your business model would be advantageous.

2 Credit Hours


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BT113 - Foundation Waterproofing Methodology Virtual Class

$45.00

Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 8:00 AM


Location

Instructor

Virtual Class
Virtual Class

Description

It only takes living in a home with a leaky foundation to understand the importance of waterproofing. From structural and personal contents damage, to mold and mildew infiltration, water can turn from being your biggest asset, to your biggest liability, in a flash. This course is designed to explore the difference between damp proofing and waterproofing, the different types of waterproofing systems, how the applications are applied, and what might be the most appropriate application for your project.

2 Credit Hours


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M2025 - 2025 Mandatory Course: Required for 2026 Renewal Virtual Class

$45.00

Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 10:30 AM


Location

Instructor

Virtual Class
Virtual Class

2 Credit Hours


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PM102 - Take-off to Higher Profits Virtual Class

$90.00

Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 1:30 PM


Location

Instructor

Virtual Class
Virtual Class

Description

This course will focus on the "nitty gritty" techniques for accurate and efficient quantity material and labor take-offs. Topics will cover how to create more accurate estimates in a more timely manner and some rules of thumb for various quantity take offs in a residential construction.

4 Credit Hours


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DV304 - Land Development: Market Analysis to Procurement Virtual Class

$90.00

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 8:00 AM


Location

Instructor

Virtual Class
Virtual Class

Description

Developing a parcel of land is much more involved than "just doing it". Development is more than just purchasing the land, building roads and creating lots. Market Analysis, Windshield Analysis, Due Diligence, Procurement, and more will all be examined in this class to provide students an in-depth look and the tools needed to get started with a development project in their community and beyond. Learn how to NOT make common mistakes that others have made by doing your homework first.

4 Credit Hours


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MK203 - Don’t Sell Yourself Short Virtual Class

$45.00

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 1:00 PM


Location

Instructor

Virtual Class
Virtual Class

Description

Yes, I can build or remodel a house (so say my clients), but I just don’t seem to have enough work. Yet that other builder down the street seems to have plenty. Want more or better work? This class may be the answer. Focus will be strictly on the tools, knowledge, and skills to help you sell your building business. No gimmicks and not another marketing class. This class focuses totally on making the sale.

2 Credit Hours


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M2025 - 2025 Mandatory Course: Required for 2026 Renewal Virtual Class

$45.00

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 3:30 PM


Location

Instructor

Virtual Class
Virtual Class

2 Credit Hours


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M2025 - 2025 Mandatory Course: Required for 2026 Renewal

Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 8:00 AM


Location

Instructor

Ashe Campus WCC
363 Campus Drive
West Jefferson , NC 28694

2 Credit Hours


Offered by Ashe/Alleghany HBA
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BT217 - Residential Ceilings and Roofs

Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 10:30 AM


Location

Instructor

Ashe Campus WCC
363 Campus Drive
West Jefferson , NC 28694

Description

This course covers roof and ceiling design requirements found in the current North Carolina Residential Building Code. It starts out by thoroughly reviewing the requirements of Chapter 3. Then Chapter 8 is studied to determine how rafters and ceiling joists and girders/beams are to be designed and how they should be braced and supported. How ceiling joists can be notched and where holes can be drilled will be covered. Wood roof trusses will also be thoroughly discussed. Photographs of Do’s and Don’ts are shown for all systems.

2 Credit Hours


Offered by Ashe/Alleghany HBA
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BT215 - Framing Member Sizing

Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 1:30 PM


Location

Instructor

Ashe Campus WCC
363 Campus Drive
West Jefferson , NC 28694

Description

This course covers the load estimating procedures for the purposes of sizing any framing member within a residential building as required to meet the requirements found in the current North Carolina Residential Building Code. It starts out by reviewing the procedures outlined in the code's Appendix W - Load Estimating. Then, the framing plans of an actual simple two-story house will be used to select all framing members required to satisfy the code requirements for the roof, ceiling, floors, walls, headers, girders, and, finally, the foundations and footings. The span tables in the code will be used to make those selections. The attendees that will find this class most useful are those who perform the tasks of project price estimating and those who develop construction drawings. In addition, framers who must size and select their own framing members will also benefit greatly from this course.

4 Credit Hours


Offered by Ashe/Alleghany HBA
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M2025 - 2025 Mandatory Course: Required for 2026 Renewal Virtual Class

Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 8:00 AM


Location

Instructor

HBA of Durham/Orange/Chatham County Virtual Class
Durham, NC

2 Credit Hours


Offered by HBA of Durham, Orange & Chatham Counties
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MK203 - Don’t Sell Yourself Short Virtual Class

Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 10:30 AM


Location

Instructor

HBA of Durham/Orange/Chatham County Virtual Class
Durham, NC

Description

Yes, I can build or remodel a house (so say my clients), but I just don’t seem to have enough work. Yet that other builder down the street seems to have plenty. Want more or better work? This class may be the answer. Focus will be strictly on the tools, knowledge, and skills to help you sell your building business. No gimmicks and not another marketing class. This class focuses totally on making the sale.

2 Credit Hours


Offered by HBA of Durham, Orange & Chatham Counties
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DV305 - Land Development: Land Planning & Entitlement Virtual Class

Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 1:00 PM


Location

Instructor

HBA of Durham/Orange/Chatham County Virtual Class
Durham, NC

Description

After procuring or tying up a parcel of land for intended land development there are multiple tasks involved from taking the raw land to a completed development. Land Planning is just one facet of the tasks or stages that include financial analysis, physical analysis, government and regulatory entitlement, and operational activities. Students will learn how to approach land development in a systematic overview approach from raw land to completed development.

4 Credit Hours


Offered by HBA of Durham, Orange & Chatham Counties
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M2025 - 2025 Mandatory Course: Required for 2026 Renewal

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 8:00 AM


Location

Instructor

Wilson Economic Development
108 A Barnes Street W
Wilson , NC 27893

2 Credit Hours


Offered by HBA of Wilson
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MK108 - Personality Selling

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 10:30 AM


Location

Instructor

Wilson Economic Development
108 A Barnes Street W
Wilson , NC 27893

2 Credit Hours


Offered by HBA of Wilson
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MK208 - Marketing Research: Demographics and Economics

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 1:30 PM


Location

Instructor

Wilson Economic Development
108 A Barnes Street W
Wilson , NC 27893

Description

Identifying a target market is the first step in running a successful contracting business. This program supplies nuts and bolts explanations underlying housing demand. Builders of all sizes can succeed by analyzing supply and demand factors. The purpose of this course is to help builders identify opportunities for success using the equation Demand–Supply=Opportunity. Examples of actual resource documents are included.

4 Credit Hours


Offered by HBA of Wilson
Go To Website

M2025 - 2025 Mandatory Course: Required for 2026 Renewal Virtual Class

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 8:00 AM


Location

Instructor

Greensboro Builders Association - Virtual Class
Greensboro

2 Credit Hours


Offered by Greensboro Builders Association
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BT112 - The Sealed Attic Virtual Class

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 10:15 AM


Location

Instructor

Greensboro Builders Association - Virtual Class
Greensboro

Description

In this course a student will learn the basic principles behind a sealed attic. The student will be able to competently answer questions about the key differences between a sealed attic and a vented attic. They will also use the current building code to outline the basic design differences and benefits of sealed attic.

2 Credit Hours


Offered by Greensboro Builders Association
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BT108 - Resource Efficiency and Materials Virtual Class

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 1:00 PM


Location

Instructor

Greensboro Builders Association - Virtual Class
Greensboro

Description

Build confidence in your product by learning the best practices for water management and resource efficiency. Maintaining a clean and dry building assembly ensures not only job-site appearance but longevity of the building structure as well.

4 Credit Hours


Offered by Greensboro Builders Association
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M2025 - 2025 Mandatory Course: Required for 2026 Renewal Course Full

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 8:00 AM


Location

Instructor

The Flame
2301 Neuse Blvd.
New Bern , NC

2 Credit Hours


Offered by HBA of Craven and Pamlico Counties
This course is full

PM209 - The Ins and Outs of Flipping Houses Course Full

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 10:30 AM


Location

Instructor

The Flame
2301 Neuse Blvd.
New Bern , NC

Description

This course will provide insight on flipping a house for profit. The course will touch on where to find potential properties and what business type to buy properties under. The course will evaluate how to calculate an appraised value after repairs and potential deal busters. In addition, there will be discussion on permitting and insurance requirements. Walk away with insight as to whether or not adding this to your business model would be advantageous.

2 Credit Hours


Offered by HBA of Craven and Pamlico Counties
This course is full

PM203 - Maximizing Your Profits Course Full

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 1:30 PM


Location

Instructor

The Flame
2301 Neuse Blvd.
New Bern , NC

Description

Maximizing profits begins in the field. Learn how to implement field management tools to complete projects on time in budget with zero defects.

4 Credit Hours


Offered by HBA of Craven and Pamlico Counties
This course is full

M2025 - 2025 Mandatory Course: Required for 2026 Renewal

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 8:00 AM


Location

Instructor

Outer Banks Home Builders Association
105 Airstrip Road
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

2 Credit Hours


Offered by Outer Banks HBA
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MK106 - Effective Marketing Strategies for New Construction

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 10:30 AM


Location

Instructor

Outer Banks Home Builders Association
105 Airstrip Road
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

2 Credit Hours


Offered by Outer Banks HBA
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PM304 - Building Quality Relationships with Trade Contractors

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 1:30 PM


Location

Instructor

Outer Banks Home Builders Association
105 Airstrip Road
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948

Description

In today’s construction industry, changing technologies, increased litigation and desperation to find good, quality labor have made good Trade Contractor relations more important than ever.  This course will focus on the ups and downs general contractors face in finding good trade contractors and training them in communications, scheduling  and understanding the legal challenges, all while building long lasting relationships with the trades.

4 Credit Hours


Offered by Outer Banks HBA
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M2025 - 2025 Mandatory Course: Required for 2026 Renewal

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 8:00 AM


Location

Instructor

Builders First Center - Raleigh Wake HBA
5580 Centerview Drive
Suite 115
Raleigh, NC 27606

2 Credit Hours


Offered by HBA of Raleigh-Wake County
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MK104 - Marketing: Creating an Outstanding Company in a Traditional Industry

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 10:30 AM


Location

Instructor

Builders First Center - Raleigh Wake HBA
5580 Centerview Drive
Suite 115
Raleigh, NC 27606

Description

Have you ever thought, “Wow, that was a great idea, why didn’t I think of that?” Well, we are going to discuss some unique ideas on how to market you and your business. We are going to look at out-of-the-box ideas that may actually be right in front of us. We want to focus on being the outstanding company in an otherwise ordinary industry.

2 Credit Hours


Offered by HBA of Raleigh-Wake County
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PM101 - Managing Time - Your Key to Success

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 1:30 PM


Location

Instructor

Builders First Center - Raleigh Wake HBA
5580 Centerview Drive
Suite 115
Raleigh, NC 27606

Description

A course designed to discuss various time management tools and how their use can affect profitability and productivity for you and your company. Group discussions will help you learn what tools other people or companies use and the results they have achieved. Basic project scheduling will also be discussed briefly, time permitting.

4 Credit Hours


Offered by HBA of Raleigh-Wake County
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M2025 - 2025 Mandatory Course: Required for 2026 Renewal Virtual Class

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 8:00 AM


Location

Instructor

HBA of Durham/Orange/Chatham County Virtual Class
Durham, NC

2 Credit Hours


Offered by HBA of Durham, Orange & Chatham Counties
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BT214 - A House has to Breathe, Right? Virtual Class

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 10:30 AM


Location

Instructor

HBA of Durham/Orange/Chatham County Virtual Class
Durham, NC

Description

Everyone has heard that a house has to breathe. Does that make sense? It turns out houses don’t have lungs. So they don't likely need to breathe. But people living inside them do have to breathe. The problem arises when occupants are forced to breathe the same air over and over in substantially airtight homes. Research clearly shows the air in our homes is filled with a variety of contaminants that can create health complications. This course will review those contaminants of concern, their impact on health and how to reduce the risk to health and wellness using whole house ventilation.

2 Credit Hours


Offered by HBA of Durham, Orange & Chatham Counties
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BT207 - Choosing the Best HVAC System Virtual Class

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 1:30 PM


Location

Instructor

HBA of Durham/Orange/Chatham County Virtual Class
Durham, NC

Description

There is nothing more frustrating to a builder than selecting the best HVAC contractor. The entire topic is fraught with confusion, claims, and controversy cloaked in incoherent jargon. Selecting the best HVAC system can be a simple and reasoned process. This course shows the builder “how to” navigate through the maze. The curriculum provides an overview of the ACCA (Air Conditioning Contractors of America) professional design process. Required by the NC Building Code.

4 Credit Hours


Offered by HBA of Durham, Orange & Chatham Counties
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M2025 - 2025 Mandatory Course: Required for 2026 Renewal Virtual Class

Friday, November 21, 2025 at 8:00 AM


Location

Instructor

Winston-Salem HBA Virtual Class
Winston-Salem

2 Credit Hours


Offered by HBA of Winston Salem
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BT217 - Residential Ceilings and Roofs Virtual Class

Friday, November 21, 2025 at 10:30 AM


Location

Instructor

Winston-Salem HBA Virtual Class
Winston-Salem

Description

This course covers roof and ceiling design requirements found in the current North Carolina Residential Building Code. It starts out by thoroughly reviewing the requirements of Chapter 3. Then Chapter 8 is studied to determine how rafters and ceiling joists and girders/beams are to be designed and how they should be braced and supported. How ceiling joists can be notched and where holes can be drilled will be covered. Wood roof trusses will also be thoroughly discussed. Photographs of Do’s and Don’ts are shown for all systems.

2 Credit Hours


Offered by HBA of Winston Salem
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BT215 - Framing Member Sizing Virtual Class

Friday, November 21, 2025 at 1:00 PM


Location

Instructor

Winston-Salem HBA Virtual Class
Winston-Salem

Description

This course covers the load estimating procedures for the purposes of sizing any framing member within a residential building as required to meet the requirements found in the current North Carolina Residential Building Code. It starts out by reviewing the procedures outlined in the code's Appendix W - Load Estimating. Then, the framing plans of an actual simple two-story house will be used to select all framing members required to satisfy the code requirements for the roof, ceiling, floors, walls, headers, girders, and, finally, the foundations and footings. The span tables in the code will be used to make those selections. The attendees that will find this class most useful are those who perform the tasks of project price estimating and those who develop construction drawings. In addition, framers who must size and select their own framing members will also benefit greatly from this course.

4 Credit Hours


Offered by HBA of Winston Salem
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M2025 - 2025 Mandatory Course: Required for 2026 Renewal

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 8:00 AM


Location

Instructor

Winston-Salem Association of Realtors
195 Executive Park Blvd.
Winston Salem , NC 27103

2 Credit Hours


Offered by HBA of Winston Salem
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BM114 - The Numbers Behind a Successful Remodeling Company

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 10:00 AM


Location

Instructor

Winston-Salem Association of Realtors
195 Executive Park Blvd.
Winston Salem , NC 27103

Description

Knowing your numbers is the first step in creating a successful remodeling business. First, this class will review the typical structure, function, and processes of a remodeling company. We will discuss overhead structure, profit and loss statements, and why it is nearly impossible to do both new construction and remodeling successfully. At the end of this class, you will be able to determine your overhead, your markup, and calculate, using numbers, what your yearly profit will be.

2 Credit Hours


Offered by HBA of Winston Salem
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BM109 - Case Study of a Remodeling Company

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 1:00 PM


Location

Instructor

Winston-Salem Association of Realtors
195 Executive Park Blvd.
Winston Salem , NC 27103

Description

Students will get a solid understanding of a company’s background, using that information to analyze what issues the company is currently having. We will then create a game plan for success in sales, estimating, marketing, production and other key business categories. You will be able to use this process to analyze your own company to increase your efficiency and profitability.

4 Credit Hours


Offered by HBA of Winston Salem
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M2025 - 2025 Mandatory Course: Required for 2026 Renewal Virtual Class

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 8:00 AM


Location

Instructor

Greensboro Builders Association - Virtual Class
Greensboro

2 Credit Hours


Offered by Greensboro Builders Association
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BT113 - Foundation Waterproofing Methodology Virtual Class

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 10:15 AM


Location

Instructor

Greensboro Builders Association - Virtual Class
Greensboro

Description

It only takes living in a home with a leaky foundation to understand the importance of waterproofing. From structural and personal contents damage, to mold and mildew infiltration, water can turn from being your biggest asset, to your biggest liability, in a flash. This course is designed to explore the difference between damp proofing and waterproofing, the different types of waterproofing systems, how the applications are applied, and what might be the most appropriate application for your project.

2 Credit Hours


Offered by Greensboro Builders Association
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PM212 - A Residential Code Guide to Home Building Virtual Class

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 1:00 PM


Location

Instructor

Greensboro Builders Association - Virtual Class
Greensboro

Description

Building a home in North Carolina can be a challenge. Between the current economic forces today, to meeting all the regulatory requirements, anyone can easily become frustrated. The intention of this course is to help navigate the building process from start to finish with as little issues as possible.

4 Credit Hours


Offered by Greensboro Builders Association
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M2025 - 2025 Mandatory Course: Required for 2026 Renewal Virtual Class

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 8:00 AM


Location

Instructor

HBA of Durham/Orange/Chatham County Virtual Class
Durham, NC

2 Credit Hours


Offered by HBA of Durham, Orange & Chatham Counties
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PM209 - The Ins and Outs of Flipping Houses Virtual Class

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 10:30 AM


Location

Instructor

HBA of Durham/Orange/Chatham County Virtual Class
Durham, NC

Description

This course will provide insight on flipping a house for profit. The course will touch on where to find potential properties and what business type to buy properties under. The course will evaluate how to calculate an appraised value after repairs and potential deal busters. In addition, there will be discussion on permitting and insurance requirements. Walk away with insight as to whether or not adding this to your business model would be advantageous.

2 Credit Hours


Offered by HBA of Durham, Orange & Chatham Counties
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PM203 - Maximizing Your Profits Virtual Class

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 1:30 PM


Location

Instructor

HBA of Durham/Orange/Chatham County Virtual Class
Durham, NC

Description

Maximizing profits begins in the field. Learn how to implement field management tools to complete projects on time in budget with zero defects.

4 Credit Hours


Offered by HBA of Durham, Orange & Chatham Counties
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