NBN Online for the week of May 14, 2007

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In This Issue:

Front Page
Mild Remodeling Slide Follows in Housing’s Footsteps
Membership Day Webcast Prizes: NASCAR, Harley Davidson, More
$2 Million Just Released: Apply Now for ‘Buy Now’ Ad Grants
Coast to Coast
Lennar Tries Web Auction to Battle Housing Slump
Politics & Government
Senate Sets Aside Two Weeks to Discuss Immigration Reform
South Dakota the 31st State to Enact Construction Defect Law
Plan to Attend the 2007 NAHB Legislative Conference
Economics & Finance
Custom Builders Say They Are Faring Well in Downturn
Eye on the Economy: Buyer Confidence Is Likely Shaken
Useful Links to Monitor Economic and Housing Trends
Tips
Builders’ Tip: Fast and Accurate Countertop Scribing
Sales
Watermarke: Bold and Big Make a Small Space Live Large
Business Management
With Labor More Plentiful, Raise the Bar for Your Trades
50Plus Housing
CAASH Courses Launched at 50+ Housing Symposium
June 1 Deadline Nears for Livable Communities Awards
Remodelers
Remodelers See Slight Market Erosion in Year's First Quarter
Product Lifespans, Efficiency Key in Kitchen Remodels
Building Systems
Attend the Modular and Panel Plant Tour on May 20-22
Education
New ‘Ask an Expert’ Resource Available for RAMs
'National Designation Month' Attracts 2,000 Students
Education Calendar
Green Building
Majority of Households Recognize Energy Star Label
Conference to Explore Green Affordable Housing Options
2008 Green Building Conference Seeking Speakers
Corporate Leaders See the Value of Green Building
Research
ICC Board Members Tour New Research Center Lab
Design
Apply for HUD Secretary’s Award for Excellence
Big John Toilet Seat Designed to Provide Extra Support
Toilet Lid Tattoos Aimed at Do-It-Yourselfers
Design Matters. Register Now for the Design Institute
Workforce housing
Shared-Equity Plans Preserve Affordable Homeownership
Labor
Conference Celebrates Apprenticeship Training
Building Products
OSHA Gives Anthony Forest Products Sixth Safety Award
TV
NAHB-Produced Programs on HGTV and DIY This Week
Endowment
Mercedes Homes Employees Are Everywhere Helping Out
Association News
Spring Board Meeting Set for June 5-10
Free NAHB ‘Homeownership Month’ Kit Available Online
NAHB Career Center: For a True Competitive Edge
Postal Rate Increase Now in Effect. Are You Ready?
NAHB Spokesperson Training Available at Spring Board
Willams Scotsman: First-Month Storage Container Deals
Drive Away With a Shiny New $500 GM Offer
Calendar of Events
NAHB Career Center

Related Articles

Senate Sets Aside Two Weeks to Discuss Immigration Reform

South Dakota the 31st State to Enact Construction Defect Law

Plan to Attend 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.



BuilderLink Connects Builders With Members of Congress

BuilderLink, an updated national grassroots program that will provide opportunities for NAHB members to connect more frequently with their members of Congress, is set to be launched on Wednesday, June 6 at the 2007 Legislative Conference in Washington, D.C.

By developing local grassroots activities that bring NAHB members and their members of Congress together throughout the year, BuilderLink will build on the momentum generated by the annual NAHB conference, which is expected to draw more than 1,000 builders to Capitol Hill to share their concerns on housing-related issues with their representatives and senators.

BuilderLink will pinpoint members of Congress who have the most influence over priority housing issues and link them to the NAHB members living in the areas they represent. As constituents, NAHB members are in a unique position to directly communicate with their federal lawmakers on the impact of their decisions on housing.

Whether conducting a local visit, writing a letter or making a phone call to a member of Congress, BuilderLink will provide the resources NAHB members need to advocate a pro-housing message.

For more information on BuilderLink, click here, or e-mail Molly Murray at NAHB, or call her at 800-368-5242 x8470.


 

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