Behind every home is a remarkable team of industry-related professionals — designers, decorators, financial services, insurance and title services, attorneys, accountants, real estate agents, electricians, carpenters, architects, painters, utility workers and many, many more. Associate membership is available to any person engaged in a trade, industry or profession directly related to housing and who subscribes to our Code of Ethics and is of good character. Their professional services, marketing and management expertise, product knowledge and craftsmanship strengthen today’s building industry. Associates play a critical role in providing all the necessary materials and services to build a home and thereby build communities.