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In This Issue:

Front Page
Lenders Asking Builders, Developers to Pay Down Loans
2008 National Membership Day Brings in 6,939 New Members
Southern California Builders Tout Benefits of Buying Brand New
Reader Survey: Tell Us What Housing News Is Important to You
Coast to Coast
Housing Octopus Could Grab Smaller Banks
Politics & Government
Back From Recess, Congress Set to Tackle Housing Stimulus
Economics & Finance
Eye on the Economy: The Fed Now Appears to Be on Hold
Useful Links to Monitor Economic and Housing Trends
Tips
Builders’ Tip: How to Revitalize a Finishing Trowel
Business Management
Learn How Building Green Is Smart for Business
50Plus Housing
Best of 50+ Housing Honored at Symposium in New Orleans
A Livable Community With Sol Thrives in Tucson
Multifamily
Outlook for Rental Housing Strengthens as Condos Sag
Remodelers
Report Identifies Worker Fatalities in Remodeling
Prepare for New EPA Lead Paint Rule With Free NAHB Information
Apply for 2008 NAHB Remodelers Awards
Education
University of Housing Seeks Feedback on Education
Education Calendar
Safety
Sign Up for Remaining Fall Protection Training Seminars
Green Building
Radicals Impede Using Wood and Alternatives That Work
NAHB Headquarters Garners Fourth Energy Star Designation
disaster
Coalition Looks at Gulf Coast Property Insurance Issues
environment
Clock Runs Down on Replacing Expiring Stormwater Permits
International
Russians Visit NAHB for Insights on Affordable Housing
Labor
HBI, Lowe’s Bring Sed de Saber to Hispanic Building Safety Fair
Building Products
GP Paperless Gypsum Panels Can Cut Construction Time
TV
NAHB-Produced Programs on DIY, Fine Living and HGTV
Endowment
Eight Awarded 'Strategies for Success' Scholarships
Association News
GM $500 Private Offer: Easy as 1-2-3
Save 10% With Office Depot Large-Format Printing Services
Willams Scotsman Offers $1.99 First-Month Storage Container
UPS Offers Up to 30% Discount to NAHB Members on Shipping
Sign Up for ‘Spokesperson Training’ Sessions at Fall Board
Calendar of Events
NAHB Career Center

Related Articles

Report Identifies Worker Fatalities in Remodeling

Prepare for New EPA Lead Paint Rule With Free NAHB Information

Apply for 2008 NAHB Remodelers Awards

NAHB Remodelers invites its members to apply for a variety of awards each year that recognize the achievements of both local councils and individual members.

The awards include:

CADRE — Council Awards for Demonstrating Remodeling Excellence

  • Application deadline: July 25
  • Entry Fee: $50 — This is a one-time entry fee, regardless of number of entries per member or council. There is no entry fee for community service category.
  • Winners will be honored Sept. 11 at the Remodelers Gala during the Remodeling Show in Baltimore.
  • Application and details available at www.nahb.org/cadre.


Remodeler of the Month

  • Application deadline: 15th of every month
  • Applicants must be members of the NAHB Remodelers. 
  • Applications and details are available at www.nahb.org/rom.
  • The application must be submitted electronically to remodel@nahb.com. 


Remodeler of the Year

  • Applications deadline: July 25
  • The award will be presented Sept. 11 at Remodelers Gala during the Remodeling Show in Baltimore. 
  • Applications and details available at www.nahb.org/roy. 
  • The winner will also be invited to participate in an education session at the 2009 International Builders’ Show in Las Vegas on Jan. 20-23. The education session will be moderated by Patrick O’Toole of Qualified Remodeler.  


National Remodeling Hall of Fame 

  • Applications deadline: Friday, June 27
  • The award will be presented Sept. 11 at Remodelers Gala during the Remodeling Show in Baltimore. 
  • Applications and details are available at www.nahb.org/remodelerawards.  


Homes for Life CAPS Project Award

  • Application deadline: July 25
  • The award will be presented Sept. 11 at Remodelers Gala during the Remodeling Show in Baltimore. 


For more information, e-mail Heather Staverman at NAHB, call her at 800-368-5242 x8323, or visit www.nahb.org/remodelerawards.


 

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