NBN Online for the week of September 11, 2006

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In This Issue:

Front Page
Housing Not Falling Apart, State Governors Told
Big Builders Play It Safe on Innovative Technology
Play Builders' Free Online Pro Football Game for Prizes, Fun
Share Nation's Building News With Your Staff. It's Free.
Nation's Building News Will Not Be Published Sept. 18
Coast to Coast
Massachusetts Home Made From ‘Big Dig’ Scraps
Housing Forum
Letter to the Editor: Keeping Ground Water Clean
Economics & Finance
‘Flippers’ Could Get Burned by Market Correction
Builders Beware — You Could Be a RESPA Target
Teleconference to Examine State of Latino Homeownership
Eye on the Economy: Housing Downswing Still Is Underway
Tips
Builder's Tip: A Time Saver for Installing Closet Shelf Cleats
Business Management
Preferred Lender Strategies Can Help Sell Homes
Multifamily
Enter Pillars to Be 'Best of the Best' in Multifamily
Remodelers
Diversifying During Stressful Times Could Spell Disaster
Building Systems
Design, Codes, Trends Are Hot Topics at BSC SHOWCASE
Sept. 15 Entry Deadline Looms for BSC Excellence Awards
IBS
New Technologies on Display at nextBUILD at Builders’ Show
Education
Want to Know More About Designations? Ask an Expert
Education Calendar
Green Building
Conference to Look at ‘Houses That Work’
Katrina Recovery
Blanco, Nagin to Address New Orleans Rebuilding Summit
Research
Ventilating a Breeze With Solar Attic Fans
Codes and Standards
Pennsylvania Court Strikes Down Mandatory Sprinklers
Legal
Builders Win in Vermont Case on Storm Water Permits
Supreme Court Asked to Hear Arizona Clean Water Case
Labor
Endowment Offers Student Grants to Attend IBS
Building Products
Home Depot Marketing Storm-Safe Room From Dupont
TV
NAHB-Produced Programs on HGTV & DIY This Week
Endowment
Harry and Ann Pryde Named Founding Advocates
Association News
Free NAHB Video Instructs How to Deal With the Media
Take the Solveras Savings Challenge and Save; or Make $50
GM $500 Off Exclusive Offer for NAHB Members
UPS Offers Up to 30% Discount to NAHB Members on Shipping
Find Key Employees Through the NAHB Online Career Center
Calendar of Events
NAHB Career Center

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Education Calendar

Want to Know More About Designations? Ask an Expert

The NAHB University of Housing recently implemented “Ask an Expert,” a new service on the NAHB Web site for members seeking or earning designations.

"Ask an Expert" allows members to e-mail designation program graduates with questions that will help then earn their CSP, Master CSP, CMP or MIRM designations.

The graduates will field questions and concerns ranging from course content, to the designation process, to how the designation has benefited them.

So, if you're thinking about enrolling in the CSP, Master CSP, CMP or MIRM designation programs or have already started the necessary course work and have questions or concerns, visit “Ask an Expert” on the NAHB Web site.

A variety of designation holders will provide you with guidance and help you navigate the ins and outs of the program.



Learn More About The NAHB University of Housing

 

Whether you’re new to the industry, hope to make your next career move or want to improve your company’s bottom line, The NAHB University of Housing can assist you in your educational pursuits.

Visit www.nahb.org/education for a comprehensive listing of courses throughout the country. Be sure to visit often in order to view the most up-to-date information in your area.



Log In and Discover www.nahb.org

 

The NAHB Web site, www.nahb.org, gives you access to nearly 5,000 pages of housing industry information and exclusive members-only resources 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Access is fast, easy and free to NAHB members.

To take full advantage of the exclusive NAHB members-only resources on www.nahb.org, however, you must log in.

To create your login: 

  1. Go to www.nahb.org/login. 
  2. Fill in the required fields.
  3. Click ‘Submit.’


Access to Information That Works for You

By logging onto the NAHB Web site, you will have access to twice as much information as non-members — information that will help you stay ahead of your competition.

You will be able to view and read entire sections of content developed just for members, and you will be able to personalize the site to your specific interests.

To learn more, log in and visit the "How to Use" www.nahb.org section in My NAHB.

For questions or help logging in, call 800-368-5242 x0; or e-mail your name, company name, state and phone number to login@nahb.org.


 

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