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Week of November 17, 2003

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Housing and Economics

* Spotlight on: Jacksonville

Business Management

* Put Processes in Place to Reduce Your Punch Lists

Legal Issues

* Ask the Lawyer — About Vested Development Rights

Environment

* Court Ruling Casts Habitat Conservation Plans in Doubt

Smart Growth

* Awards Recognize Smart Growth Development in Northeast Ohio

Seniors Housing

* Conference Explores Facets of 50+ Market
* Builders Increasingly Responding to ‘Aging in Place’ Housing Issues
* Market-Rate Rental Communities for 'Not-So-Poor' Seniors a Potential Growth Area

Small Builders and Remodelers

* Is It Time to Remodel Your Reputation?

Housing Finance

* Industry Forum Set for Florida Air Force Housing Privatization Project

Building Systems

* Achievements in Systems-Built Housing Recognized

Research

* Cutting-Edge Green Building Products Named the Top-10 for 2003

Building Products

* Exterior Doors Open to Zen Masterpiece

Building News Coast To Coast

Association News & Events

* Bob the Builder Activity Books Are Back in Stock
* February Is National Designation Month
* NAHB President Conine Reappointed to Texas Housing Board
* Fire Relief Fund Announced by Southern California Builders
* Calendar of Events

NBN Back Issues

 

Conference Explores Facets of 50+ Market

Industry professionals who are interested in tapping into the 50+ housing market — the fastest-growing segment of the residential construction industry — should make plans to attend Building for Boomers & Beyond: Seniors Housing Symposium 2004.

More than 500 builders, developers, architects, interior designers and merchandisers, land planners, sales and marketing professionals and others will be on hand for this year’s conference, which will be held April 14-16 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago.

Sponsored by the NAHB Seniors Housing Council, this year’s symposium will focus on the lifestyle component of 50+ seniors housing.

Seminars will explore the mindset of aging post-World War II baby boomers and older seniors, their quest to live life to the fullest, and their demand for homes and communities that meet their unique needs. Conference-goers will also hear expert discussions on how to size up local market demand, drive referrals through customer satisfaction, plan effective public relations and special events, devise the ultimate options program and much more.


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A total of 19 educational sessions will be offered, with separate tracks for design, finance, marketing and sales, and research and trends.

A new feature of this year’s conference is an entire multifamily track for builders, developers and others interested in the rapidly expanding seniors rental market.

The conference also will include a bus tour of active adult communities, with stops at Carillon Lakes by Cambridge Homes/DR Horton; Lakewood Homes’ award-winning Grand Haven; and Sun City Huntley, Del Webb’s first active adult community in the Midwest.

Other highlights include an exhibit area showcasing high-tech products and other services tailored to the mature market, the 2004 Icons of the Industry Awards breakfast and networking opportunities.

Register now for “Building for Boomers & Beyond” or click here.

For information, e-mail NAHB’s University of Housing or call 800-368-5242 x8338.


Learn More About Seniors Housing Through the Seniors Housing Council

To learn more about seniors housing or boomers, join the NAHB Seniors Housing Council. The council provides information, education, networking and recognition opportunities for its members and represents NAHB on seniors housing issues. For more details, e-mail Jeff Jenkins or call him at 800-368-5242 x8292.

BuilderBooks.com Has Publications About Seniors Housing

BuilderBooks.com offers a variety of publications about the seniors housing market. To view or purchase these publications, click here and type “seniors” in the search engine.

University of Housing Offers CAPS Designation Program

The NAHB University of Housing offers the Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) designation program that teaches the technical, business management and customer service skills essential to competing in the fastest growing segment of the residential remodeling industry: home modifications for the aging-in-place. For a complete list of current offerings, click here.

Make Your Connection With www.nahb.org

Make your connection to the latest housing industry news and information with www.nahb.org — the official public and members-only Web site of NAHB.

Log in today to register for educational seminars, meetings and networking events; find important economic and housing data; and learn the latest developments in NAHB’s efforts to promote housing. It’s all available to you 24 hours a day at www.nahb.org. Just click the "Member Log In" button to get started.

If you are a member and need information about NAHB products and services, use the NAHB Staff Contact Directory to look up the direct telephone extensions for NAHB staff experts.


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