HBA of Lake and Sumter Counties, Florida

04/04/2025

🙌 A Big SHOUTOUT to Our Renewing Members this week! 🏠💙
We’re proud to recognize the amazing companies who continue to stand with the Home Builders Association of Lake-Sumter. Your ongoing support drives our mission forward and helps shape a stronger future for the building industry and our community.

🌟 Builders FirstSource
🌟 Starlight Homes
🌟 DA Construction Inc
🌟 GHB Contractors

Your partnership empowers progress, innovation, and collaboration. Thank you for being a vital part of our HBA family—we're excited for another great year of building success together! 🛠️

Not a member yet? Now’s the time to join! Unlock valuable benefits, connect with industry professionals, and help make a difference in the home building world.
📩 Get started here: https://www.lakesumterhba.com/

04/04/2025

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04/03/2025

🏌️‍♂️ Swing into Action – Support the HBA Mission! ⛳

Join us for a day of golf, networking, and community impact at the Spring Golf Tournament at Mission Resort + Club – Las Colinas Course!

🔥 Early Bird Pricing : $900 per foursome 🔥
Includes golf, cart, range balls, goody bag, and an awards luncheon after the tournament!

📅 Date: Friday, May 9th
📍 Location: Mission Resort + Club – Las Colinas Course
🎟 Open to Members & Non-Members

This tournament helps fund the Home Builders Association of Lake-Sumter’s mission—advocating for the home building industry and strengthening our community.

⛳ Register today and make a difference while enjoying a fantastic day on the course!

Registration form and Details - https://www.lakesumterhba.com/events/details/spring-golf-tournament-4434

03/26/2025

What an incredible and productive day of meetings in Tallahassee yesterday! A big thank you to Randy Fine, Richard Gentry, Keith Truenow, Blaise Ingoglia, Taylor Yarkosky, John Temple, Nan Cobb, and their teams for taking the time to meet with us. We appreciate the opportunity to discuss the important issues affecting Lake & Sumter Counties.
A special thank you as well to our dedicated members – Nick Smith, Adam Edgington, Bud Dorman, Phil Fern, Danny Bass and Shane Gerwig – for sacrificing time away from their families and businesses to advocate for the Home Builders Association of Lake-Sumter. Your commitment to representing our community is truly appreciated!

03/25/2025

Ready for a day of meetings with our Legislators! Thank you to these HBA of Lake and Sumter Counties, Florida members for taking the time to represent and advocate for our Builders!

03/25/2025

Did you know that all of our HBA Executive Officers also serve on the FHBA EO Council? The group meets to workshop issues, share best practices, and continue to work together to propel all 23 of our local associations forward.

03/23/2025

🎣 Congratulations to the winners of our Bass Tournament held on Friday!

🏆 1st Place: Scott Wilbanks & Brandon Barrett — Sponsored by ABC Supply Co. Inc. — Total Weight: 19.47 lbs — Prize Money: $500
🥈 2nd Place: Mike Neace & Bill Brooks — Sponsored by First National Bank of Mount Dora — Prize Money: $150
🥉 3rd Place: Billy Wooten & Teddy Payton — Prize Money: $100

🐟 Big Bass Winner: Scott Wilbanks & Brandon Barrett — 4.72 lbs — Prize Money: $320

A huge thank you to all participants, sponsors, and supporters who made this event a success!

03/22/2025

🌞 What an incredible day at our Annual HBA Bass Tournament! 🎣

It started out super cold—we definitely needed those extra layers—but the sun eventually came out, and so did our amazing community! A huge thank you to our dedicated sponsors, enthusiastic participants, and hardworking volunteers—you all made this event a success!

The BBQ lunch was a hit, and it was great to see everyone warming up and enjoying time together. Special appreciation goes to our Tournament Director, Neal Lazarus, and his wife Patty for their dedication and hard work in making this event possible!

We know there are a lot of photos, but we didn't want to leave anyone out! We wanted to capture the spirit of the day and give those who couldn't join us a chance to experience the fun. If you had a great time, tag your friends and share your favorite moments! 🐟💙

03/20/2025

Had a fantastic Builders Roundtable this morning with our members and representatives from the Lake County building department and several municipalities including Clermont, Eustis, Leesburg and Mount Dora. Great discussions, valuable insights, and strong collaboration all around! A huge thank you to Mastrosimone Construction, Inc. for providing a delicious breakfast. We appreciate everyone who joined us to strengthen our industry and community!

03/20/2025

🎣 A huge shoutout to the real MVPs of our Bass Tournament—the ones who helped us pack these goodie bags with more than just tangled fishing lines and questionable bait!

Thanks to these awesome supporters:
🏦 First National Bank of Mount Dora
🏊 Premier Pool Contractor
💵 United Southern Bank
🔥 Lake Apopka Natural Gas District

Your generosity is the real catch of the day! We appreciate your support—hook, line, and sinker!

03/20/2025

Don’t forget - Builders Roundtable at 9AM!

We’ve got a spot saved for you but not for long! 😉🏗️

03/19/2025

🌟 Shoutout to Premier Washing Services🌟

A huge thank you to Premier Washing Services for the incredible job pressure washing the HBA office recently! The building looks bright and refreshed, and we truly appreciate your hard work. 💦👏

If you’re looking for top-notch pressure washing, we highly recommend them! 🙌

03/19/2025

✨ A huge thank you to Amy Uhrich, NMLS #807447 for treating us to a delicious homemade Italian dinner at last night’s GMM! 🍝👏 We also appreciate her sharing key insights from the Spring Housing Economic Update she attended.

It was great to see everyone—your presence and participation make these gatherings so valuable! Looking forward to the next one! 🙌

03/19/2025

🎣 HBA of Lake-Sumter Bass Tournament – THIS FRIDAY, March 21! 🎣

📢 If you're registered, check your email for important reminders and updates!

📍 Location: Hickory Point Park, Tavares (27341 State Road 19, Tavares, FL)
👤 Tournament Director: Neal Lazarus

A huge thank you to our amazing sponsors for making this event possible!

🏆 Title Sponsor: ABC Supply Co. Inc.
⚖️ Weigh-In Sponsors: Weathermaster Building Products, RCM Utilities, Lake Apopka Natural Gas District
🥈 Silver Reel Sponsor: Mastropiece
⚓ Land Lubbers Sponsor: Kevco Builders Inc.
👕 T-Shirt Sponsors: Leola Construction, Contender Roofing And Construction LLC

Get ready for a fantastic day on the water! 🌊🐟

03/17/2025

A Huge THANK YOU to Our Renewing Members! 🎉🏡

Your continued support and dedication to the Home Builders Association of Lake-Sumter make a lasting impact on our industry and community. We’re grateful to have you with us for another year of growth and success!

🔹 Ushko Construction
🔹 Inspect FL

Your commitment helps strengthen and shape the future of home building. Let’s keep building together! 🔨💙

Not a member yet? Join us today and unlock exclusive benefits, networking opportunities, advocacy support, and more! Be part of a thriving community that’s shaping the future of home building.

📩 Learn more & become a member: https://www.lakesumterhba.com/

03/17/2025

🚨 HBA General Membership Meeting – TOMORROW! 🚨

📅 Date: TOMORROW – Tuesday, March 18, 2025
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM EDT
📍 Location: HBA Office – 1100 N. Joanna Ave., Tavares, FL

🔥 Don’t miss this exciting evening of networking, industry insights, and fun! 🔥

🎤 What’s in store?
✅ 2025 Spring Economic Housing Update – Exclusive insights from HBA member & sponsor Amy Uhrich, NMLS #807447, based on a must-see presentation she attended! 📊🏡
✅ Networking & Connections – Bring your business cards and grow your circle! 🤝
✅ 50/50 Raffle – Win cash while supporting a great cause! 💰
✅ Food & Drinks – Thanks to our amazing sponsor, Amy Uhrich, NMLS #807447 🍽️🍷
✅ Bring a Realtor® Friend! – Show them the value of HBA membership! 🏡

🎟️ FREE event – Everyone’s welcome!

👉 RSVP Now: [https://www.lakesumterhba.com/events/details/general-membership-meeting-gmm-4433] or contact Jennifer at [email protected] / 352-343-7101 to save your spot!

📢 Tag your industry friends & don’t miss out – see you TOMORROW! 🎉

03/17/2025

🚧 Builders & Building Officials Roundtable 🚧
Sending out a reminder for our upcoming meeting! HBA of Lake and Sumter Counties, Florida members, this is your chance to discuss key industry updates, collaborate on solutions, and strengthen relationships within the building community.

📆 March 20, 2025 | 9:00 AM
📍 HBA Office – 1100 N. Joanna Ave., Tavares, FL

Be sure to RSVP: https://www.lakesumterhba.com/events/details/builders-roundtable-03-20-2025-2966
*Breakfast provided by Mastrosimone Construction, Inc.

Your voice matters! Let’s work together to keep our industry moving forward.