NBN Online for the week of June 16, 2008

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In This Issue:

Front Page
Stimulus Bill Urgently Needed as Housing Signs Darken
Reader Survey: Tell Us What Housing News Is Important to You
Lexington Builders Put ‘Buy Now’ Message on Television
Coast to Coast
Equity Losses Aren’t Felt Evenly
Politics & Government
Members Urged to Participate in Stimulus Lobbying Blitz
Proposed Rule Requires Federal Contractors to Use E-Verify
States Act as Copper Thefts Continue to Plague Builders
Economics & Finance
Builder Confidence Stuck in a Rut in June
Eye on the Economy: The Fed Rattles Its Anti-Inflation Saber
Useful Links to Monitor Economic and Housing Trends
Tips
Builders’ Tip: Simple Drying Racks for Painted Trim Work
Technology
Retrofit Technology to Existing Homes Without New Wiring
50Plus Housing
Retiring Boomers Shape Up as a Bonanza for Home Builders
Creating a Boomer Market: Give 'em Lifestyle
Speakers Sought for 2009 50+ Symposium in Philadelphia
Remodelers
Promote Remodeling With Free NAHB ‘Remodel Now’ Material
Commercial
Cold-Formed Steel Offers Cost-Competitive Solution
Education
Builder Gains Opportunities, Credibility With Designation
NAHB University of Housing Seeks Feedback on Education
Education Calendar
Green Building
Multifamily Builders Await New Green Building Standard
Environment
Big Builders Agree to Pay Storm Water Violation Fines
construction safety
National Safety Month Puts Focus on Fall Prevention
Labor
Builders Address CDC's Hispanic Worker Safety Issues
Building Products
Inherently Green, Roller Shades Upgraded by Graber
TV
NAHB-Produced Programs on DIY, Fine Living and HGTV
Endowment
Endowment to Fund ‘State of the Nation’s Housing’ Report
Association News
Save 10% With Office Depot Large-Format Printing Services
GM $500 Private Offer: Easy as 1-2-3
Sign Up for UPS Savings and Be Entered to Win a Handheld GPS
Save $25 on Hertz ‘Green,’ ‘Fun’ or ‘Prestige’ Weekly Rentals
Willams Scotsman Offers $1.99 First-Month Storage Container
Sign Up for ‘Spokesperson Training’ Sessions at Fall Board
Calendar of Events
NAHB Career Center

Promote Remodeling With Free NAHB ‘Remodel Now’ Material

 

 

This "Top 5 Reasons to Remodel Now" ad is one of several free resources available from NAHB Remodelers to help remodelers promote their businesses during its “Remodel Now" campaign.

NAHB Remodelers has rolled out a year-long campaign called "Remodel Now" to educate home owners about the benefits of remodeling. Campaign materials include articles, press releases, ads and other tools that NAHB remodelers, home builders associations and local remodelers councils can adapt for their markets.

All materials are available free and can be downloaded from the “Remodel Now” section of the NAHB Web site.

“Remodel Now” features two new customizable consumer-oriented ads that highlight why home owners should remodel now.

The “Top 5 Reasons to Remodel Now” ad showcases five financial and lifestyle benefits of remodeling. The “Outdoor Living” ad encourages home owners to realize their backyard dreams.

The "Remodel Now" campaign materials — which can be easily adapted — include:

  • A list of the top 10 reasons to remodel
  • Customizable magazine and newspaper articles about the financial and lifestyle benefits of remodeling
  • "Top 5 Reasons to Remodel" consumer advertisement
  • “Outdoor Living” consumer advertisement
  • A "Remodel Now" consumer brochure 
  • A how-to kit for implementing the "Remodel Now" campaign
  • Remodeling fact sheets
  • Remodeling logos
  • Remodeling public service announcements


For more information, e-mail Kelly Mack at NAHB, or call her at 800-368-5242 x8451; or visit the Remodel Now Web site at www.nahb.org/remodelnow.



Increase Your Professional Credibility

The Certified Graduate Remodeler (CGR) designation emphasizes business management skills as the key to a professional remodeling operation.

Remodelers who earn the CGR become members of an exclusive national program and gain recognition as industry leaders.

To learn more about the CGR designation, visit www.nahb.org/CGRinfo, or call The Professional Designation Help Line at 800-368-5242 x8154.

 


 

Blaze a Trail to Success at the Custom Builder Symposium

Attend NAHB’s Custom Builder Symposium, October 24-26 in Austin, Texas to get the knowledge needed to make the most of the current market.

Advanced education sessions and new tracks on design and technology will provide attendees the tactics to help identify and capitalize on trends and areas of growth. Attendees will also learn how to market their business to capitalize on the growing demand for green.

For more information, visit www.nahb.org/Custom.



'How to Find a Professional Remodeler' Available at BuilderBooks.com

"How to Find a Professional Remodeler," available at BuilderBooks.com, promotes the professionalism of your remodeling business by offering valuable advice to your customers on the process of selecting a remodeler.

The brochure guides consumers from the dream to the reality of having their homes remodeled by skilled and trained professionals. Sections include what to look for in a professional remodeler and what questions to ask.

To view or puchase this publication online, click here, or call 800-223-2665 to order.

 

 


 

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