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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Scholarships Available for Students Attending IBS

Community Service Award Entries Due by Nov. 12

NAHB and the National Housing Endowment invite builders, remodelers and developers to submit entries for the community service award recognizing their philanthropic work throughout the year.

The National Housing Endowment Builder Achievement Award for Outstanding Community Service honors NAHB members who demonstrate an exceptional commitment to bettering their communities and promoting the spirit of giving so prevalent in the home building industry.

“This award continually showcases the best of our industry,” said Gary Garczynski, endowment chairman and 2002 NAHB president. “Now in its third year, the award winners serve as a source of inspiration to both our membership and the public at large.”

Entries Are Due Nov. 12

The award, which will be presented during the 2008 International Builders’ Show in Orlando, will honor eight winners, including Gold, Silver, Bronze and five honorable mentions.

Winners will receive a donation to the charity of their choice:

  • $10,000 for Gold
  • $5,000 for Silver
  • $2,500 for Bronze
  • $1,000 each to the honorable mentions


Winners also will receive marketing material to show customers and earn the recognition of peers, the community and media.

Award Qualifications

To be considered for the award, the community service project should be completed between Jan. 1 and Nov. 12 of this year. In addition, the project:

  • Must meet a defined and demonstrated community need
  • Succeed in motivating other NAHB members and/or company staff members to participate
  • Be a project that can be replicated by other builders


How to Apply

A complete award description and entry form is available on the NAHB Web site at www.nahb.org/builderachievement, or on the endowment Web site at www.nationalhousingendowment.org.

For more information, e-mail Gwyn Donohue at NAHB, or call her at 800-368-5242 x8447.


 

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