Why YOU should join COBA

Central Oregon Builders Association (COBA) was founded in 1972 with the mission, “To represent the building industry before government and the community, to promote high ethical standards within the building industry, to provide service to its membership, and to defend the opportunities of home ownership for all.”

This statement continues to drive the association today. COBA is actively involved in the community, working with stakeholders to make sure homeownership stays in reach for our residents, which will keep our community thriving in every aspect.

COBA tries to help its members save money by working to offer programs such as group health insurance, cell phone discounts and discounts on fuel. Since 2010, contractors have been required to undergo continuing education for the Construction Contractor Board License. We even offer free education to COBA members.

COBA also tries to help the consumer stay informed on the latest trends and information on contractors’ licenses. In 2011, COBA launched www.ConnectionDepot.com, which helps consumers research and understand the importance of hiring licensed contractors.

With the launch of ConnectionDepot.com, COBA now provides full plan hosting and printing services for contractors to homeowners. It is an easy, quick turnaround and cost effective to print with COBA. Members receive a deeper discount of up to 50 percent off for doing business with the plan center.

But COBA memberships are not just for builders! We have a broad range of members from restaurants, financial institutions, realtors and developers to local business owners wanting to network in the community. Anyone can join COBA to take advantage of the benefits we offer.

COBA produces three major events a year that are open to the public for free: The Spring Home and Garden Show, The Fall Home Festival, and COBA’s signature event, The Tour of Homes™.

COBA has helped save homeowners and builders thousands of dollars by monitoring new rules and regulations that continue to impede home ownership. One of the biggest issues that keeps coming up is the elimination of the mortgage interest deduction. There continues to be several attempts to remove this deduction, and COBA continues to fight any efforts that make homeownership more difficult.

As mentioned, anyone can join COBA. It’s easy and you will start saving money right away! To find out more information and learn more about the benefits of joining COBA, visit www.coba.org or call our office at 541-389-1058.