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Week of June 23, 2003

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President's Message

* Too Many Communities Make Building Housing a Struggle

Housing Forum

* New EPA Web Site Can Help You Understand Housing Regulations

Homeownership Month

* Roundtables Identify Concerns for Affordably Priced Housing

Housing Politics

* Association Health Plans Approved by the House
* Major Push Urged to Address Unmet Rural Housing Needs
* Builders Support Commerce Plan on Canadian Lumber
* Congress Votes for ‘No Taxation Without Respiration’
* Two Million Acres in Northeast Threatened With Federal Oversight

Labor

* Senate Considering Workforce Investment Act Reauthorization

Housing and Economics

* Housing Starts Rise in May Despite Rainy Weather
* Builders Confident as New Single-Family Home Sales Head for Another Record
* Spotlight on: Cincinnati
* Eye on the Economy

Construction Safety

* Training Is Key to Safety on the Job Site

Research

* Habitat Homes in Syracuse Are Energy-Efficient

Multifamily

* Pillars Award Winner Provides Tips on Leasing Centers
* Summit to Look at Assessments of Tax-Credit Housing

Business Management

* Automate Your Selection and Change Order Processes

Environment

* New Jersey Protects Habitat of Long-Gone Queen Snake

Member Dividends

* Workforce Development Is Another Great Member Benefit

Seniors Housing

* Active Adult Marketing Involves Five Key Elements

Sales and Marketing

* Ask a MIRM — About The Best Way to Train Your Sales Staff

Building Systems

* Registration Discounts Available for Building Systems Showcase

Building Products

* Exterior Composite Trim Outperforms Wood

Building News Coast To Coast

Association News & Events

* Catfish Tournament an Annual Charity Event in Florida

NBN Back Issues
 

Registration Discounts Available for Building Systems Showcase

Early-bird registration discounts for SHOWCASE 2003 — the only NAHB annual event devoted to the technologies and methods of building systems — are available through Aug. 1.

Expanded educational sessions and a roundtable lunch are two highlights of this year's SHOWCASE, which will be held Nov. 2-5 at The Homestead in Hot Springs, VA.

Other highlights include:

  • A two-day trade show featuring exhibits of products and technologies designed to improve the business of manufacturers and builders
  • Six educational sessions on topics suggested by council members, including the business of building, emerging technology and salesmanship

Sponsored by: Countrywide Home Loans

Discover how Countrywide's family of companies can provide all the financial services you need.
Find out how our Interest Only home loan programs can get qualified borrowers the lowest payment possible.

  • Networking opportunities with owners, presidents and upper-level management in the log, modular and panelized housing industries
  • Presentation of the Building Systems Councils' annual Excellence in Marketing and Model Home Design Awards

For more information about the SHOWCASE and reserving hotel rooms, click here.

For sponsorship and exhibition information, e-mail Marlene Adams at NAHB or call her at 800-368-5242 x8208.
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