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n Next Generation Home Demonstrates Wind- and Fire-Resistant Structural Specifications
n Special Builders' Show Preview
n New Rule Enables Land Owners to Preserve Habitat for Endangered Species
n Housing Snapshot
 
President's Message
n Building a Foundation for Workforce Housing
 
Housing Politics
n U.S. Lowers Canadian Lumber Duties as Appeal of NAFTA Ruling Moves Forward
n Bush Economic Agenda Takes Shape at Two-Day Conference
 
Housing and Economics
n Housing Starts Off in November, But Permit Inventories Suggest December Rebound Possible
n Index Finds Builders in Good Holiday Spirits in December, Especially Out West
n Eye on the Economy
 
Construction Safety
n Educational Sessions Focus on Excavations, Scaffolding and Other 'Top 10' OSHA Violations
 
Research
n Townhouses Showcase PATH Technologies
n Top Toyota Executive Keynote Speaker at EnergyValue Housing Awards
 
Building Quality
n National Launch of NHQ Certified Builder Program to Be Announced at Builders’ Show
n Educational Sessions on Quality Focus on Profits and Customer Satisfaction
 
Builders' Show
n Special Events at the Builders' Show
n Associate Member Programs and Events at the Builders’ Show
 
Design
n Residential Design Program Offerings at the Builders’ Show
n Best in American Living Awards Gala Set for Jan. 12
 
Business Management
n IRS Increases 2005 Standard Business-Use Mileage Rate
n Fraud Safeguards Only as Effective as Employee Follow-Through
n Business Management Resources, Sales Management Summit at IBS
 
Small Builders and Remodelers
n Third-Quarter Index Points to an ‘Amazing’ Year for Remodeling Activity
n Say Goodbye to the Lone Ranger
n Remodelors Council Courses, Events at Builders' Show
 
Seniors Housing
n Seniors Housing Courses, Events at Builders’ Show
n Seniors Housing Awards Recognize Cutting-Edge Design and Marketing
 
Multifamily
n Multifamily Courses, Events at Builders' Show
 
Environment
n 2005 National Wetlands Awards Nominations Due Jan. 15
 
Green Building
n Entries Sought for National Green Building Awards
 
State and Local
n Elected Officials to Be Recognized for Their Public Commitment to Housing
 
Legal Issues
n U.S. Supreme Court Will Decide Property Owners' Right to Access Federal Courts
 
Building Systems
n Information on Systems-Built Housing Featured at Builders’ Show
 
Sales and Marketing
n See the Best in New Home Sales and Marketing at The Nationals at the Builders' Show
n Sales and Marketing Events and Seminars at the Builders' Show
 
Housing Finance
n President Bush Signs NAHB-Supported VA Loan Guarantee Bill
 
International Housing
n Builders, Suppliers Test the Waters of Growing Mexican Housing Market
 
Labor
n Builders’ Show Program Focuses on Residential Construction Superintendent Training
 
Building Products
n New American Home Combines 1920s Charm With 21st-Century Practicality
 
Builder's Engineer
n An Engineer’s Christmas Story
 
Building News
Coast To Coast
 
Association News
& Events
n Annual Meeting of NAHB Members on Jan. 14
n Books, Products, Giveaways at the BuilderBooks.com Store at IBS
n Member Advantage HQ at IBS: Connect With the Power of NAHB
n Take the Web Membership System for a Test Drive at IBS
n Earn NAHB WorldPointssm Rewards When You Charge
n Awards Programs Deadlines
n Calendar of Events
 
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Remodelors Council Courses, Events at Builders' Show

The NAHB Remodelors™ Council is offering a variety of courses and events at the 2005 International Builders' Show (IBS). Here are a few:
  • Learn to Earn — attend any of the Remodelors™ Council-sponsored education sessions geared specifically to the business needs of today's professional remodeler.
  • Take a Rest and Network — stop by the Remodelors™ Council hospitality suite during the show and meet your RC staff and make new networking contacts with others "just popping in."

  • Rise and Shine with Marvin — Come and eat a great complimentary breakfast on Marvin Windows and Doors while networking with your fellow Remodelors™ Council members from across the country.

  • It's Celebration Time — Join the Remodelors™ Council at the Chairman's Dinner and celebrate this year's achievements at the Rosen Plaza Hotel.

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Remodelors™ Schedule at IBS

(Most events at the Orange County Convention Center, OCCC)

Tues., 1/11
Event 
Location
9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Working With and Marketing to Older Adults (CAPS)
OCCC
9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. 
Prep: Your First Step to CGR
OCCC
Wed., 1/12 
 
 
9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. 
Home Modifications (CAPS) 
OCCC
Thurs., 1/13
 
 
8:30-10:00 a.m. 
Remodeling Design Solutions
OCCC
9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. 
Risk Management and Insurance for Building Professionals 
Rosen Plaza Hotel 
9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. 
Introduction to Business Management
Rosen Plaza Hotel 
9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. 
Design/Build
Rosen Plaza Hotel 
11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 
Strategic Business Plans that Drive Disciplined Results! 
OCCC 
11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Sales & Marketing for Remodelors
OCCC 
1:30-3:00 p.m. 
NAHB Research Center: Best Online Resources for Improving Your Building Products and Practices
OCCC 
Fri., 1/14 
 
 
8:30-10:00 a.m.
Rise and Shine with Marvin Windows
Remodelors™ Council hospitality suite (OCCC)
8:30-10:00 a.m. 
SoftPlan Architectural Design Software Interactive CAD Workshop 
OCCC 
11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 
90 Minute Law School
OCCC 
1:30-3:00 p.m.
Building Better Not Bigger — The Not So Big House
OCCC 
4:00-5:00 p.m.
The Builder's Practical PATH to Cost Saving Innovation
 
 
Sat., 1/15

 
 
11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
The Remodeling Market
 
OCCC
1:30-3:00 p.m. 
10 Best Practices from NAHB's Remodelor of the Year
 
OCCC
4:00-5:00 p.m.
What a Little R&R Can Do for Your Bottom Line
OCCC 

Make Your IBS Plans by Dec. 24 — and Save

The new extended deadline for final advance registration for the 2005 International Builders’ Show is Friday, Dec. 24. Register by Dec. 24 and save $25.

Follow these links to:

Advance registration will also enable you to receive your show credentials in the mail before you leave for IBS. For more information visit, www.BuildersShow.com.

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