NBN Online for the week of July 2, 2007

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In This Issue:

Front Page
Immigration Bill Dead for Now, But Reforms Still Needed
Study Finds Wide Range of Estimated 2007 New Home Prices
Almost $1 Million Available in ‘Buy Now’ Grant Funds, Apply Now
Coast to Coast
A $135 Million Home, But If You Have to Ask…
Politics & Government
Affordable Housing Trust Fund Bill Introduced in House
House Debates Extending Terrorism Risk Insurance
Economics & Finance
New Home Sales Continue on Downward Path in May
Housing Affordability Improves Some in First Quarter
S&P Housing Price Index Down for 17th Straight Month in April
Extent of Lending Pullback Damage for Housing Unclear
Housing Slump Seen Beginning to Pinch Consumer Spending, Jobs
Useful Links to Monitor Economic and Housing Trends
Tips
Builders’ Tip: Using a Biscuit Joiner to Patch Wood Flooring
Building Quality
Hot Spot Training Stops Creaky Bedroom Floors in Florida
Business Management
‘Benchmark Your Business’ Takes Business to a New Level
50Plus Housing
New 50-Plus Research Available Online for Members
EPA Launches Active Aging 'Healthy Communities' Awards
Multifamily
New Rules Proposed for Tax Credit Utility Allowances
Remodelers
Remodelers Take Recruitment 'Road Show' to Colorado
Building Systems
Take Builders Survey About Systems, Attitudes, Trends
Enter the 2007 Brick in Home Building Competition by July 31
Commercial
Apply for 2008 Commerical Building Awards of Excellence
Education
Education Calendar
Codes and Standards
More Challenges Ahead on ICC Wall Bracing Requirements
Green Building
Orders Brisk for Free Green Building Guidelines Book
Riverside Provides Incentives to California Green Builders
Software Provides Data on 230 Building Products
Mushrooms the Secret Ingredient in Organic Insulation
Green Bricks Made of Power Plant Coal Ash Move Closer to Market
Environment
Tighter Air Quality Standards Would Push Up Building Costs
Sales
Raise Awareness on the Web, Harness the Power of Blogging
Labor
HBI English Training Part of Industry Alliance With OSHA
Building Products
LP Radiant Barrier Sheathing Lowers Attic Temperatures
Poll Finds Home Owners Can Do More to Reduce Greenhouse Gas
TV
NAHB-Produced Programs on HGTV and DIY
Endowment
Endowment Awards $25,000 in 'Challenge' Grants to Six HBAs
Association News
Builders Establish Memorial to Virginia Tech Victims
‘Building Homes of Our Own’ Earns National Honors Again
Dell Summer Sizzle: Get Double Discounts Through July 31
Free Public and Media Relations Resources for Members, HBAs
Drive Away With a Shiny New $500 GM Offer
Get One Month Free Credit Card Processing With Solveras
Get Free CD of Customer Service Forms From Biz Forms and Checks
Calendar of Events
NAHB Career Center

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EPA Launches Active Aging 'Healthy Communities' Awards

New 50-Plus Research Available Online for Members

The 50+ Housing Council's “Profile of the 50+ Housing Market” is complete and available exclusively to council members at www.nahb.org/50plusresearch.

To date, the research has been cited in more than 20 news articles, including in the Chicago Tribune and USA Today.

The final chapter of the research, "New Construction for the 50+ Market," examines the projected numbers for new 55+ construction in 2007 and the basic characteristics of new construction, such as square footage, number of bedrooms and bathrooms and the kinds of recreational amenities offered.

Some highlights:

  • The projected value of age-qualified, active adult product built in 2007 is $7.3 billion, a relatively small share of new construction serving the 55+ market.

  • In 2007, new age-qualified active adult product will generate an estimated $583 million in net profit.

  • More than 75% of new home buyers in age-qualified, active adult communities chose their home because of its room layout and the design of the unit.


To obtain a copy of the research, visit www.nahb.org/50plusresearch. Note: You must be logged in as a 50+ Council member to access the 50+ research section.

If you don't have an NAHB login and password, call NAHB’s Member Services at 800-368-5242 x0 to obtain one.


 

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