NBN Online for the week of July 3, 2006

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In This Issue:

Front Page
Buyers Market in California Likely to Be Short-Lived
Share Nation's Building News With Your Staff — It's Free
Nation's Building News Will Not Be Published July 10
Report Finds Wide Use of Home Owner Tax Preferences
Layouts for Living
Floor Plans: Suburban Home, Huge Pantry, Bay Window...No Plumbing
Coast to Coast
Global Housing Boom May Cool Slowly, Avoiding a Crippling Bust
Politics & Government
House-Passed Bill Would Strengthen Flood Insurance
Economics & Finance
U.S., Canada Trade Reps Sign Thorny Lumber Pact
Eye on the Economy: Housing Slowdown Has Distance to Run
Tips
Builder's Tip: How to Center Your Ladder Load
50Plus Housing
Are Boomers Eager to Relive Their College Days?
Remodelers
Time to Start Planning for the 2006 Remodeling Show
Building Systems
Entries Sought for Systems-Building, Marketing Awards
Sales
How to Make Your Design Studio Profitable
International
Trade Mission to Explore Niche Opportunities in Mexico
Mexican Builders Learn More About Concrete Construction
Education
Want to Know More About Designations? Ask an Expert
Education Calendar
Green Building
NAHB Headquarters Garners Energy Star Designation
Environment
EPA Effort to Regulate Urban Construction Dust Draws Fire
NAHB, EPA Differ on Best Storm Water Compliance Approach
Legal
Court Says Housing Must Follow Erosion Guidelines
Senators Explore Supreme Court Wetlands Decision
Register for Upcoming Construction Law Seminar
Workforce housing
Apply for 2007 Workforce Housing Awards
Construction Safety
NAHB Meets With OSHA Head to Advance Construction Safety
Labor
Local HBA Pledges Support to HBI’s Project CRAFT
Building Products
EIFS Covered by General Liability Insurance Program
TV
NAHB-Produced Programs on HGTV & DIY This Week
Endowment
Construction Scholar Sets Her Sights on Non-Profit Housing
Association News
Fall Board Meets Sept. 13-17 in Salt Lake City
GM $500 Exclusive Offer for NAHB Members
Find Key Employees Through the NAHB Online Career Center
Calendar of Events
NAHB Career Center

Time to Start Planning for the 2006 Remodeling Show

Exhibitors and attendees, it’s time to plan for the 2006 Remodeling Show in Chicago on Oct. 18-21.

Hotel accommodations can be made through the show’s Web site at www.theremodelingshow.com. There are six hotels to choose from in the show’s hotel block, with rates starting at $129/night. The Palmer House is the "official" Remodelors™ Council hotel.

Remodelors Council Events:

  • NAHB Remodelors™ Council Gala
    Be part of the celebration as the 2006 Class of the America’s Best National Remodeling Hall of Fame, 2006 CADRE Award winners and “Remodelor™ of the Year” are recognized. The Gala is a tribute to the remodeling industry and is open to everyone.

When: Friday, Oct. 20
Where: Chicago Cultural Center
Time: 6:30-11:00 p.m.
Registration: Advanced registration is required
Dress: Black Tie Optional

  • CGR Reception
    Reconnect with your CGR peers and congratulate the 2006 graduates at a special reception. This is an invitation-only event, limited to CGRs and their guests and non-CGRs who have completed PREP.

When: Wednesday, Oct. 18
Where: The Palmer House Hilton — Empire Room
Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Dress: Casual or business casual

  • How to Succeed With CGR and CAPS Designation Programs
    Want a successful education program at your association? The NAHB University of Housing has developed the “Blueprint for Success” to turn your program into a valuable member service. 

When: Thursday, Oct. 19
Where: TBD
Time: 1:00-2:30 p.m.
Registration: E-mail Maria Nande, The NAHB University of Housing, or call her at 202-266-8154.

For general information, visit the Remodeling Show Web site at www.TheRemodelingShow.com.



Find Out How Your Remodeling Business Measures Up

"The Remodelers’ Cost of Doing Business Study," just released at BuilderBooks.com, provides a statistically accurate analysis of the remodeling industry in terms of size, profitability, time in the business, business organization and staffing.

The results of the study enable remodelers to compare these key business statistics to see how the business practices of the most successful remodelers — the top 25% in terms of profitability — differ from those in the bottom 25%.

The study will encourage you to set your own benchmarks and incorporate them into your ongoing business plan.

To view or purchase this publication online, click here, or call 800-223-2665.


 

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