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

Related Articles

Condo Builders Worried About Market Conditions

Excess For-Sale Units a Concern for Rental Market

Entries Open for Pillars Design, Marketing Awards

Moss Honored for Affordable Housing Commitment

In recognition of his 22-year commitment to affordable rental housing, NAHB has named Robert C. Moss, senior vice president of Boston Capital, the 2007 recipient of its Daniel B. Grady Memorial Award. The award was presented to Moss during the association’s recent fall board of directors meeting in Seattle.

"This award was named in honor of the memory of a long-time NAHB member who advocated tirelessly for quality housing for those who can least afford it, and Bob Moss truly demonstrates the meaning of this award," said Granger D. MacDonald, president of the MacDonald Companies and chairman of NAHB's Multifamily Board of Trustees. "Bob has devoted the majority of his career to the affordable housing industry and has done so with a true sense of integrity and social responsibility."

Boston Capital is a real estate investment company that has been a leader and innovator in financing affordable housing, particularly through the Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program. Moss joined the company in 1993, and since that time has originated more than $1 billion in tax credit equity and debt. He is responsible for state agency relationships and policy development and developer opportunities and applications, and he directs his company’s Origination Department effort nationally.

Moss has served on the NAHB Legislative Affairs Committee as well as on the steering committee of the Housing Credit Group, which works to promote and protect the LIHTC program.

Moss also has served as a consultant to developers, non-profit organizations and government agencies on how best to use programs such as the Low Income Housing Tax Credit.

He serves on the boards of the New York State Association for Affordable Housing, the National Leased Housing Association, The Florida Housing Coalition, the National Housing & Rehabilitation Association and Illinois Housing Council. He also serves on the advisory boards of more than 20 state agencies responsible for allocating housing tax credits.

For more information, e-mail Ann Marie Moriarty at NAHB, or call her at 800-368-5242 x8350.



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The Registered in Apartment Management (RAM) designation is a comprehensive training program that covers all aspects of multifamily property management.

Course topics include personnel, marketing, application and move-out, Fair Housing and ADA regulations, office and financial management and more.

Find upcoming RAM classes here.

For more information, call the Professional Designation Help Line at 800-368-5242 x8154, or e-mail RAMinfo@nahb.com.

 


 

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