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www.NAHB.org Week of October 20, 2003 Front Page 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   Print This Article   Print All Articles   Email the Editor     Sponsored by: 2-10 Home Buyer's Warranty Need to Buy General Liability Insurance? Confused about Subcontractor Agreements? Structural Defects, Can They Happen to You? Insurance Coverage a Challenge? go to top Sponsored by: Countrywide Home Loans Find out how Countrywide can waive condo pre-sale requirements for preferred builders. Discover the lower initial rate and fixed payment advantages of Countrywide's Fixed Period ARM.

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