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Week of 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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Brochures Provide Tips for Home Buyers and Remodeling Customers

Home builders and remodelers can step up their service to their customers by giving them pocket-sized guides from BuilderBooks.com that provide tips and checklists for avoiding common problems.

“Buying Your New Home” is easy to read and provides consumers with the assurance that the process can be relatively simple and enjoyable once they have all the facts.

The guide helps home buyers find the perfect house, select the ideal location and move into their new home.

Topics also include: designing the home, budgeting for the purchase, paying for the home, signing the contract, building the home and preparing for closing.


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“Remodeling Your Home” provides home owners with information on finding a professional remodeler, selecting and designing a project, signing the contract, packing and preparing the home and more.

The two brochures are sold in packs of 10 for $25. To order them, click here for the home buying guide and here for remodeling. NAHB members receive a discount.

BuilderBooks.com Offers Remodeling Publications

BuilderBooks.com offers a varity of publications about remodeling. To view or purchase these publications online, click here.

University of Housing Offers Sales and Marketing Designations

NAHB’s Institute of Residential Marketing (IRM) offers designation programs specifically for sales and marketing professionals. For more information, click here, or call 800-368-5242 x8EDU.

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