NBN Online for the week of September 24, 2007

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In This Issue:

Front Page
Washington Moving Fast to Ease Mortgage Credit Crunch
Home Buying Conditions Better Than the News Media Say
NAHB ‘Buy Now’ Grant Program Ends, With $3 Million Disbursed
Layouts for Living
Floor Plans: A Gem Along North Carolina's Crystal Coast
Coast to Coast
Survey Shows Home Owners Unfazed by Mortgage Troubles
Housing Forum
Letter to the Editor: Don't Let Families Lose Their Homes
Politics & Government
NAHB Member Resources Available on Immigration Law
Economics & Finance
Downward Beat for Housing Starts Continues in August
Builder Confidence at a Record-Low Ebb in September
Bank of Des Moines Boosting Housing Credit Liquidity
What's Next for Housing? Attend Construction Forecast Conference
Useful Links to Monitor Economic and Housing Trends
Tips
Builders’ Tip: Coping Crown Molding With a Grinder
Building Quality
Gap Analysis a Boost for Business in a Slow Market
Builders Responsible for Not Getting Caught in Storms
Business Management
Internet Savvy Consumers Know More Than You Think
50Plus Housing
Put Your Assumptions About Aging Aside With Boomers
50+ Buyers Seeking Simpler Lifestyle, Maintenance-Free Living
Multifamily
Condo Builders Worried About Market Conditions
Excess For-Sale Units a Concern for Rental Market
Moss Honored for Affordable Housing Commitment
Entries Open for Pillars Design, Marketing Awards
Remodelers
Market Your CAPS Designation With Hands-On Opportunities
Building Systems
Market Trends, Successful Selling Hot Topics at Showcase
Sales
Enter The Nationals Sales and Marketing Awards by Sept. 28
Custom
Register for Custom Builder Show in Naples, Fla., Oct. 26-28
Education
Education Calendar
Green Building
First Comment Period for Green Standard Closes
‘Industry Day’ Set for Solar Decathlon Next Month
Environment
ULI Report Links Development and Climate Change
Safety
Apply for NAHB Safety Award for Excellence by Oct. 19
Codes and Standards
ICC Campaign Calls Code Officials ‘Unsung Heroes’
Legal
Court Upholds ‘No Surprises’ Rule on Habitat Plans
Regulators Discuss Post-Rapanos Wetlands Guidance
Builder Wins General Liability Insurance Coverage Case
Labor
Pulte First Big Builder to Use English Training Program
Building Products
CertainTeed Insulation Helps Keeps Wall Cavities Dry
TV
NAHB-Produced Programs on DIY, Fine Living and HGTV
Endowment
Scholarships Available for Students Attending IBS
Community Service Award Entries Due by Nov. 12
Association News
Drive Away With a Shiny New $500 GM Offer
Take a Quick Survey on Shipping Needs and Win a 80GB iPod
September Deals From Office Depot
Dell Savings on Vostro Desktops, Notebooks and Latitude ATG
Calendar of Events
NAHB Career Center

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Calendar of Events

Sept. 27-29

Sunbelt Builders Show

Grapevine, Texas

Oct. 1-2

NAHB Education Insider Conference

Washington, D.C.

Oct. 6

Onsite Project Management

Las Vegas, Nev.

Oct. 7-12

Remodeling Show 2007

Las Vegas, Nev.

Oct. 7

Working With and Marketing to Older Adults

Las Vegas, Nev.

Oct. 7

Construction Contracts and Law

Las Vegas, Nev.

Oct. 8

Home Modification

Las Vegas, Nev.

Oct. 8

Design/Build

Las Vegas, Nev.

Oct. 9

Business Management

Las Vegas, Nev.

Oct. 9

PREP

Las Vegas, Nev.

Oct. 9

Sales and Marketing for Remodelers

Las Vegas, Nev.

Oct. 11

Remodeler of the Year Award

Las Vegas, Nev.

Oct. 11

NAHB Remodelers CADRE Award

Las Vegas, Nev.

Oct. 11

Homes for Life Award

Las Vegas, Nev.

Oct. 12-14

National Conference on Membership

Charlotte, N.C

Oct. 12-20

U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon

Washington, D.C.

Oct. 24

Construction Forecast Conference — Fall 2007

Washington, D.C.

Oct. 24

Working With and Marketing To Older Adults

Naples, Fla.

Oct. 24

Introduction to Project Management

Naples, Fla.

Oct. 25

Trends and Research Methods to Define the Active Adult Lifestyle

Naples, Fla.

Oct. 25

Estimating for Builders and Remodelers

Naples, Fla.

Oct. 26-28

2007 Custom Builders Symposium

Naples, Fla.

Oct. 27

NAHB Custom Home Builder of the Year Award

Naples, Fla.

Oct. 28

BAR

Naples, Fla.

Oct. 28-31

Building Systems Councils SHOWCASE 2007

Hilton Head, S.C.

Nov. 8-10

State and Local Government Affairs Conference

Austin, Texas

Dec. 11

Northwest Builders Show

Bellevue, Wash.

2008

 

 

Feb. 12

Best in American Living Award

 

Feb. 13-16

International Builders' Show

Orlando, Fla.

Feb. 13

National Housing Endowment Builder Achievement Award for Outstanding Community Service

Orlando, Fla.

Feb. 13

National Housing Endowment/Home Builders Care Project of the Year Award

Orlando, Fla.

Feb. 13

Safety Award for Execellence Awards Program

Orlando, Fla.

Feb. 13

NCBC 2008 Awards of Excellence

Orlando, Fla.

Feb. 13   

The Nationals: National Sales and Marketing Awards

Orlando, Fla.

April 6-9

Log Home Council President's Tour

Appleton, Wis.

May 11-13

National Green Building Conference

New Orleans, La.

May 11

National Green Building Awards

New Orleans, La.

May 19-21

Building for Bommers and Beyond: 50+ Housing Symposium

New Orleans, La.

Learn More About Upcoming Conferences and Designations

Interested in attending a University of Housing conference or learning more about NAHB designation programs? Visit www.nahb.org/notifyme, and sign up to receive more information.



Free NAHB Kit Gives Builders Back-to-Basics Tips in Navigate the Slowdown

What was once expected to be a relatively mild housing slump following three years of record new home construction and sales has given way to a significant downturn.

To help members navigate the uncharted waters of this slowdown, NAHB has compiled a comprehensive “Back to Basics” online toolkit — the best of the basics, the tried and true and the truly new. To access the toolkit, click here.

To access the “Back to Basics” toolkit, you must be an NAHB member and have a login to www.nahb.org. To create a login, go to www.nahb.org/login or click on the log-in button on the main menu bar.

For assistance, call the NAHB Member Service Center at 800-368-5242.


 

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