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Week of July 28, 2003

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President's Message

* Editorials Attacking Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Are Seriously Misguided

Housing Forum

* SBA Office Understands Builders' Need for Economic Analysis Under ESA
* Affordable Housing a Cornerstone of Healthy Neighborhoods

Housing Politics

* Higher FHA Multifamily Limits Urged for High-Cost Cities

Housing and Economics

* New Home Sales Continue Record-Breaking Pace in June
* Existing Home Sales Headed for a Record Year

Business Management

* Effective Branding Will Separate You From the Herd

Environment

* Conference to Focus on Tree Preservation

Research

* Manufacturers Training Certification Program Introduced

Safety

* OSHA Provides Resources for Small Businesses

Housing Finance

* HUD Flipping Rule Restricts Legitimate FHA Home Re-sales
* Forum to Look at Air Force Housing Privatization Effort

Smart Growth

* Renovated Abandoned Homes Sprucing Up NJ Neighborhoods

Small Builders and Remodelers

* Hats Off to CAPS

Member Dividends

* HBI Provides Technical Know-How for SD Training Effort

Sales and Marketing

* Homestore Listings Available on Yahoo! Real Estate

Women's Council

* For Women in Business, There's Satisfaction From Aiming High

Building Products

* Vapor Retardant Addresses Moisture Concerns

International Housing

* NAHB Conference Sets Stage for Business in Mexico

Building News Coast To Coast

Association News & Events

* Storehouse Provides Low-Cost Building Materials for Non-Profits
* New American Home 2004 to Feature Distinctive Loft Design
* Home Builder’s Boom Times Good for Tampa Charities
* John Laing Homes Joins Efforts to Help the Homeless
* Boost Your Marketing Through These Awards Programs

NBN Back Issues

 

Boost Your Marketing Through These Awards Programs

Proud of your work? Show it off and give your marketing efforts a boost by entering one of these award programs:

  • 2003 Excellence in Marketing and Model Home Design Awards. NAHB's Building Systems Councils have opened this awards program to any NAHB builder member using systems-built materials. Award winners will be recognized on the floor of SHOWCASE 2003, the BSC’s annual trade show, education conference and networking event. The deadline for entry submissions is Sept. 12.

For entry forms, guidelines and a complete category list, click here; or e-mail Eric Fulton or call him at 800-368-5242 x8577.


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  • 2004 Best of Seniors Housing Design Awards. Sponsored by NAHB’s Seniors Housing Council, the annual Best of Seniors Housing Design Awards program honors architectural and interior designs that bring quality, innovation and spirit to the 55+ seniors housing industry. Owners, builders, developers, remodelers, operators, architects, land planners, interior designers and marketing/advertising firms are eligible to enter the competition. The deadline for entries is Oct. 10.

Visit www.nahb.org/seniors for details about the awards and to review the call for entries. For more information, contact Jeff Jenkins at 800-368-5242 x8292.

  • 2004 Pillars of the Industry Awards. NAHB’s Multifamily Council invites applications and nominations for its 2004 Pillars of the Industry Awards. Considered the most prestigious awards in the industry, the Pillars awards recognize excellence in multifamily design, development, finance, management and marketing, and showcase future trends and innovation. Applications will be accepted through November.

For an official call for entries application form, visit www.pillarsconference.com or call the Multifamily Council at 800-368-5242 x8215.


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