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Week of October 20, 2003

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Housing and Economics

* Momentum Solid for Home Building in September
* Small Decline in Mortgage Rates Stokes Builder Confidence

Housing Politics

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

Business Management

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

Research

* EnergyValue Housing Awards Selection Underway

Construction Safety

* Know What to Do When an OSHA Inspector Calls

Multifamily

* Entering Design and Marketing Awards Competitions Is Worth the Effort

Small Builders and Remodelers

* Structural Insulated Panels Bring Savings and Efficiency to the Job Site

Sales and Marketing

* Brochures Provide Tips for Home Buyers and Remodeling Customers

Building Systems

* Good Design Is a Termite’s Worst Enemy

Labor

* Centex Vice President to Receive Distinguished Service Award

Building Products

* Distribution Panels Provide Wide Range of Residential Applications

International Housing

* Grant to Boost Business Opportunities in Mexico for NAHB Members

Building News Coast To Coast

Association News & Events

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

NBN Back Issues

 

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

To view more meetings & events information on the NAHB Web site, click here.


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