NBN Online for the week of April 23, 2007

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In This Issue:

Front Page
Rental Apartments a Bright Spot in a Dim Housing Market
Supreme Court Hears NAHB Clean Water Permit Arguments
Builders Need to Keep Teens Safe in Summer Jobs
Reader Survey: Tell Us What Housing News Is Important to You
‘Buy Now’ Advertising Assistance Nears $1 Million. Apply Now.
Coast to Coast
Impossible Loan Turns Dream Home Into Nightmare
Politics & Government
Builders Cite Need for FHA Single-Family Reform
States Find Financing Alternatives to Impact Fees
Mark Your Calendar for the 2007 NAHB Legislative Conference
Economics & Finance
March Home Starts Up By a Hair, as Midwest Surges
Fannie Mae Moving to Limit Turmoil in Subprime Market
Freddie Mac $20 Billion Pledge to Help Subprime Borrowers
Webcast or Live: Attend April 26 Construction Forecast Conference
Useful Links to Monitor Economic and Housing Trends
Tips
Builders' Tip: Building a Blueprint Table on the Job Site
Business Management
Help NAHB Create Effective Business Management Tools
‘Cost of Doing Business’ Survey Submission Deadline Is May 1
Learn How Others Builders Use Software and Technology
Multifamily
Elvis' Childhood Apartment Rehab Among Pillars Winners
BUILD-PAC Showcases Multifamily-Specific Legislation at Pillars
Remodelers
EPA Rule Could Increase Exposure to Lead
Building Systems
Concrete Tour Mixes Plant Visits, Latest Trends
Attend the Modular and Panel Plant Tour May 20-22
Education
Education Calendar
Codes and Standards
Fierce Fire Sprinkler Debate Expected at ICC Hearings
Work Begins on National Green Building Standard
Green Building
Improved Rules Sought for Energy Efficiency Tax Credit
KB Home Offering Buyers Eco-Friendly Products
Permeable Paving Helps Solve Runoff From April Showers
Labor
Carpentry Students Prepare for Home Building Careers
Hispanics in Craft Jobs Raise Safety, Communication Issues
Building Products
Edward Lindner Receives Prestigious Whirlpool Award
TV
NAHB-Produced Programs on HGTV and DIY This Week
Endowment
SARES-REGIS Honored for Rebuilding in New Orleans
Endowment Receives NAHB Student Chapters Award
Association News
Almost 300 HBAs Signed Up for National Membership Day
NAHB Spokesperson Training Available at Spring Board
Drive Away With a Shiny New $500 GM Offer
Willams Scotsman: First-Month Storage Container Deals
NAHB Career Center: For a True Competitive Edge
Get Free 'April Is New Homes Month' Resources Online Now
Calendar of Events
NAHB Career Center

Related Articles

Builders Cite Need for FHA Single-Family Reform

States Find Financing Alternatives to Impact Fees

Mark Your Calendar for the 2007 NAHB Legislative Conference

The 2007 NAHB Legislative Conference provides a unique opportunity for builders to speak directly with their members of Congress and to take a stand on the issues that affect their businesses and bottom line.

The conference is on Wednesday, June 6 and is a day-long event that coincides with the NAHB spring board meeting in Washington, D.C.

Attending the 2007 Legislative Conference offers NAHB members an unparalleled opportunity to:

  • Lobby members of Congress to protect your business
  • Establish lasting relationships with your elected federal officials
  • Share builder concerns in a national forum in Washington, D.C.
  • Learn the latest policy developments on the key issues affecting your business
  • Demonstrate your industry’s commitment to responsible policies, pragmatic reforms, effective programs and providing the resources necessary to meet our nation’s ongoing housing needs
  • Network and share business strategies with your peers
  • Learn how to be an effective advocate for your business and your industry
  • Make your views known on Capitol Hill
  • Do your part to ensure that NAHB’s issues are heard by Washington policymakers
  • Galvanize a united front on Capitol Hill


For more information or to register, click here.


 

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