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Week of April 26, 2004

Front Page

President's Message

* For Working Families, Affordable Housing Is in Short Supply

Housing and Economics

* New Single-Family Home Sales Set Record in March
* A Healthier Economy Bodes Well for Nation’s Housing Industry, Analysts Say
* Robust Household Growth Predicted for Next Ten Years
* Economists Differ About Regional Strength of Housing Markets
* Eye on the Economy

Environment

* New Ozone Standard Raises Development Concerns in Nearly 500 Counties
* Earth Day Celebrations Cite Advancements in Green Building

Codes and Standards

* Costly Residential Central Air Conditioner Standard Set for 2006

Small Builders and Remodelers

* Real Estate Investment Can Help Contactors Accumulate Wealth
* Consumers More Knowledgeable About Remodeling

Business Management

* Information to Help Builders Become More Profitable Is on the Web

Design

* Start Preparing for the Best in American Living Awards

Labor

* Lowe’s and Home Builders Institute Help Job Corps Graduates Begin Industry Careers

Building Products

* Guides Available for Easy Installation of Steel Wall Studs and Joists

Builder's Engineer

* Why Stirrups?

Building News Coast To Coast

Association News & Events

* Customize How You View the NAHB Web Site
* Awards to Recognize Innovation in Workforce Housing
* Innovative Steel Home Builds Community Recognition in New Orleans
* Share Your Knowledge and Expertise
* Calendar of Events

NBN Back Issues

 

Share Your Knowledge and Expertise

The NAHB Public Affairs office is looking for a few good builders…and remodelers, architects, associates and moreto share their knowledge and perspective. 

The editorial staff of the association would like to draw upon the members’ wide-ranging expertise to help explain the impact of building industry policies, news and trends on day to day business. These impacts will be reported in NAHB's more than 20 electronic newsletters and other publications.

Members who wish to participate will be contacted by phone or e-mail when there is news in their areas of expertise. It's an opportunity for members to gain national exposure among their peers.

Ideal participants are members who, while they may not hold elected office in their local or state associations, have a significant knowledge base in a specific area and are interested in sharing their experience and perspective with others.


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While NAHB will continue to expand to additional areas of interest to NAHB members, the initial request is for stakeholder members who are willing to comment on one or more of the following issues: 

  • Storm water management
  • General liability insurance
  • Impact fees
  • Habitat conservation plans (HCPs)
  • Active adult housing

Executive officers in state and local accociations have already begun compiling contact information about members who they believe will be enthusiastic about acting as sources for stories about critical issues for NAHB print and electronic publications.

If you are interested in participating or know of someone who would be a good resource, contact your executive officer or NAHB Public Affairs at 800-368-5242 x8061.


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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