NBN Online for the week of January 9, 2006

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In This Issue:

Front Page
New Year Rings in Housing Shift to a Buyer’s Market
Special International Builders’ Show Issue
Nation's Building News Will Not Be Published Jan. 16
Onerous Lead Paint Rule Won’t Solve Health Problems
Coast to Coast
In New Orleans, Housing Sales Are Bright Spot
Politics & Government
Howard Lays Out Housing Concerns to Business Execs
Economics & Finance
Eye on the Economy
Tips
A Dust Mask for Your Circular Saw
IBS
The New American Home: Photos and Floor Plans
It Takes Solid Relationships to Build the New American Home
New Options Merchandising Technology Yields Higher Profits
NAHB’s Council Headquarters Suites Are Your Path to Success
Special Breakfast, Networking Events at IBS Just for Associates
BuilderBooks.com Launches New Books, Forms, Software at IBS
Learn How to Boost Your Association's Membership
Business Management
Take a Free Test Drive of Latest Builder Software at IBS
Learn How to Compete With the Industry's ‘Giants’ at IBS
Attend Estimating With Microsoft Excel Seminar at IBS
50Plus Housing
Learn More About the Emerging 50+ Market at IBS
Focus Group to Address Section 8 Vouchers in Assisted Living
Remodelers
Remodelors™ Council Schedule at IBS
Certified Graduate Remodelors™ Events at IBS
Building Systems
Breakfast and Networking at IBS Just for Systems Builders
Find More About Building Systems on NAHB Web Site
Women
NAHB Women's Council Offers Student Scholarships
Women’s Council Headquarters at IBS Open Tuesday-Saturday
Commercial
‘How-to Manual’ for Light Commercial Building Released
Disaster
Builders Show Panel Focuses on Rebuilding Gulf Cost
NAHB to Work With Charity on Building Material Donations
Environment
2006 Storm Water Permitting Guide Available at IBS
Are Consumers Buying Smart Growth? Let NAHB Know
Education
Learn More Before: Pre-Show Education at IBS
Grill Giveaways, Education Planning at IBS Education Booth
Pre-National Designation Month Kick-Off at IBS
Education Calendar
Green Building
New Green Building Guidelines Available at Builders’ Show
Take Online Survey to Assess Use of Green Building Material
Regulation
Awards Recognize Energy-Efficient Homes
Builders Can Help Guide New Product Development
OSB Certification Program Launched at Builders’ Show
ToolBase Provides Information on Building Technologies
Quality Sessions Focus on Profits, Customer Satisfaction
Sales
A New Year’s Resolution: Re-Evaluate Your Ad Agency
Online Home Buyer Behavior Research Revealed at IBS
Strike Sales and Marketing Gold at IBS
Workforce housing
Nominate Communities That Promote Workforce Housing
Labor
HBI Announces Job Corps Award Winners
Lowe’s, Student Chapters Showcased in IBS Events
Building Products
Distressed Wood a Hot Trend in Flooring
Windows Resist Breaking in Severe Storms
Fiberglass Insulation Cuts Moisture in Walls
Bathroom Products Feature South Seas Look
Home Awareness System Responds to Water Leaks
Hydrogen-Burning Fireplace 100% Efficient
Six Glazes Created for Popular Kitchen Door
Blind Slats Motorized With Battery Power
Decorative Panels Introduced for Windows, Patio Doors
Retractable Door, Window Screens a Design Solution
New Lighting Designs Meet Home Owner, Builder Needs
Work Clothing Made of Tear-Resistant Cotton Fabric
Builders Framing With Steel See Risk Premiums Slashed
Most Complete Home Fire Sprinkler System Unveiled
Refrigerator Boasts the Greatest Capacity in the Industry
‘Paperless’ Wallboard Panels Resist Mold Growth
Products Manage Moisture in New American Home
Interior Finish Provides Energy-Efficient Insulation
Impact-Resistant Windows a Defense Against Hurricanes
Copper and Bronze Finishes Added to Windows, Doors
Project-Driven Financing Spurs Development
Two-Panel Plank Interior Door Has Shaker Look
LP Offers Sheathing, Floor System, Vented Soffits
Software Improves Construction Supply Chain Management
Builder's Engineer
Do You Solve Problems or Make Them?
TV
NAHB Programs on HGTV & DIY This Week
Association News
Ed McGowan, Remodeling Hall of Fame Inductee, Dies at 69
Visit BuilderBooks Store at IBS for Books, Savings, Giveaways
Your NAHB Membership Can Take You for a Great Ride
Calendar of Events

Related Articles

Take a Free Test Drive of Latest Builder Software at IBS

Learn How to Compete With the Industry's ‘Giants’ at IBS

Attend Estimating With Microsoft Excel Seminar at IBS

Computerized estimating has become the standard in the construction industry over the last 17 years. As companies have computerized, they have first worked on their accounting operations.

The next priority for most builders has been to computerize their estimating functions. Of all the estimating programs that are available, the most widely used program in residential construction estimating is a simple spreadsheet.

Jay Christofferson, licensed general contractor, author and software developer, will demonstrate how builders can use Excel spreadsheets to set up their own project estimates during his "Estimating with Microsoft Excel" seminar.

Builders will be shown how to use the powerful features of Excel to make their estimating time quicker, more accurate and customized to fit their own needs. Methods for setting up customized estimates will be taught.

  • Estimating With Microsoft Excel
    Track: Organization & Business Management
    Thursday, Jan. 12; 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
    Orange County Convention Center
    South Hall, Room 320 ABEF


EstimatorPRO 5.1 Demonstrations

Though his commitment to developing computer solutions in management, communication and estimating for construction companies, Christofferson also has developed an Excel-based estimating program for small to medium builders and remodelers.

Visit the Member Advantage Booth for a demonstration of how EstimatorPRO can help produce detailed accurate estimates for an average home in less than 90 minutes.

  • EstimatorPRO 5.1 Demonstrations
    Jan. 11-14
    Orange County Convention Center
    West Building, Hall C Lobby, Member Advantage Booth
    Open during show hours


 


 

NAHB Has More Than 170 Resources to Help You Run Your Business More Profitably

Go to NAHB's Business Management Tools Web pages (available to members only) for instant access to more than 170 timesaving, moneymaking and cost-cutting business resources to help you run your business more profitably. Get guidance on accounting and financial management, business strategy, computers and information technology, customer service, human resources and more.

Resources are added weekly, so bookmark www.nahb.org/biztools to go directly to these vital business management resources.

Local and state home builders associations can link directly to www.nahb.org/biztools from their Web site and give their members instant access to these resources. It will make your HBA's Web site the place to go for the information and guidance that members need to succeed.

 


 

Subscribe to NAHB’s Business of Building e/Source

NAHB’s Business of Building e/Source is your monthly electronic guide to the hot issues and emerging trends in home building business management. You’ll find practical advice, tricks of the trade and sound business guidance — all delivered monthly, straight to your desktop, in a quick and easy-to-read format. Business of Building e/Source is available free to NAHB members and their employees. To subscribe, visit www.nahb.org/BoB on the Members Only side of the NAHB Web site.

 


 

NAHB Launches Technology Solutions Directory

NAHB’s Business Management & Information Technology Committee recently launched the Technology Solutions Directory, an easy-to-use directory that will enable builders, remodelers, contractors and other industry professionals to find the information on software and IT solutions and services for their businesses. 

Software and technology solutions providers interested in being listed can sign up for:

  • Enhanced Listing — Listing includes company name, URL, e-mail address, mailing address, phone number, company/product description, company logo. Click here for more information.
     
  • Standard Listing — Listing includes company name and phone number. Click here for more information.


For more information, e-mail Wil Heslop at NAHB.

The Technology Solutions Directory is solely for educational and informational purposes.  Nothing in the directory should be construed as policy, an endorsement, warranty or guaranty by the National Association of Home Builders of the listed software, IT service or the software/IT vendor.  The National Association of Home Builders expressly disclaims any responsibility for any damages arising from the use, application or reliance on any information contained in this directory.


 

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