Nation's Building News Online for October 20, 2003

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	Housing and Economics n Momentum Solid for Home Building in September n Small Decline in Mortgage Rates Stokes Builder Confidence

	Housing Politics n Debate Over Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac Opens in the Senate n Senate Bill Would Spur Apartment Construction in High-Cost Areas

	Business Management n Effective Hiring Procedures Pay Big Dividends n Escalation Clauses Can Help Control Damage from Rising Plywood Prices

	Research n EnergyValue Housing Awards Selection Underway

	Construction Safety n Know What to Do When an OSHA Inspector Calls

	Multifamily n Entering Design and Marketing Awards Competitions Is Worth the Effort

	Small Builders and Remodelers n Structural Insulated Panels Bring Savings and Efficiency to the Job Site

	Sales and Marketing n Brochures Provide Tips for Home Buyers and Remodeling Customers

	Building Systems n Good Design Is a Termite’s Worst Enemy

	Labor n Centex Vice President to Receive Distinguished Service Award

	Building Products n Distribution Panels Provide Wide Range of Residential Applications

	International Housing n Grant to Boost Business Opportunities in Mexico for NAHB Members

	Building News Coast To Coast

	Association News & Events n NAHB Program Demonstrates Simulation Technology in the Classroom n IBS Early Registration Extended Through Oct. 22 n Boost Your Marketing Through These Awards Programs n Calendar of Events

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Calendar of Events

DATE	EVENT	LOCATION
Oct. 22, 2003	Construction Forecast Conference — Fall	Washington, DC
Oct. 23-25, 2003	Remodelers' Show	Baltimore, MD
Nov. 2-5, 2003	Building Systems Councils' Showcase 2003	Hot Springs, VA
Nov. 14-16, 2003	Custom Builder Symposium	Orlando, FL
Nov. 6, 2003	State & Local Government Affairs Conference	Wichita, KS
Nov. 8-9, 2003	National Conference on Membership	Phoenix, AZ
Jan. 19-22, 2004	The International Builders' Show	Las Vegas, NV
March 28, 2004	2004 NAHB Multifamily Pillars of the Industry Conference & Awards	Palm Springs, CA
April 14, 2004	Building for Boomers & Beyond: 2004 Seniors Housing Symposium	Chicago, IL

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