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In This Issue:

Front Page
Housing Stimulus Urged to Halt Erosion of U.S. Economy
NAHB Advises Obama Transition Team on Housing Policy
Lending Horror Stories Proliferate in Florida
Read Our International Builders' Show Preview on Dec. 15
Read More in Nation’s Building News — Win a Full IBS Registration
Coast to Coast
Low Rates Produce Housing Interest
Housing Forum
We Must Put a Stop to Falling Home Values
Economics & Finance
New Single-Family Home Sales Down 5.3% in October
Eye on the Economy: Affordability Is Improving, But Other Forces Rule
IBS
Register for NAHB Room Rates at IBS by Dec. 12 and Save
Register Online for the 2009 Builders' Show in Las Vegas
IBS Education Focuses on Staying Ahead in Tough Market
Tips
Builders’ Tip: A Cutting-Edge System to Keep Chisels Sharp
50Plus Housing
NAHB Has Facts to Support 55+ Housing Project Approvals
50+ Housing Council Networking Events at the Builders' Show
Multifamily
NAHB Multifamily to Host Key Networking Events at IBS
Remodelers
Attend NAHB Remodelers Special Events at IBS
Brush Up on New Lead Paint Rule by Purchasing Audio Seminar
Building Systems
Concrete Is Sustainable, Durable — and Green
Webb Honored for Advancing Systems-Built Industry
Best in Systems-Built Housing Design and Marketing Honored
Education
Designations Can Give You an Advantage in 2009
Education Calendar
Green Building
Modular Homes Now Eligible for NAHB Green Certification
Green Day Returning to International Builders’ Show
First WaterSense House Unveiled by Vanguard Homes in Chapel Hill
Legal
‘Navigable’ Waters Definition Murky After New Decisions
Labor
Job Corps Students a ‘Blessing’ to Communities
Building Products
CertainTeed Adds Protection Against Foundation Leakage
TV
NAHB-Produced Programs on DIY, Fine Living and HGTV
Endowment
Baton Rouge HBA Honored for Aiding Good Samaritan in Need
Association News
NAHB Mourns the Death of 1998 President Don Martin
NAHB Board Meeting Set for Jan. 22 in Las Vegas
Combine GM $500 Private Offer With Red Tag Event Till Jan. 2
UPS Offers Up to 30% Discount to NAHB Members on Shipping
Williams Scotsman Offers One Month Free Rent, $50 Gas Gift Card
Save $25 on Hertz ‘Green,’ ‘Fun’ or ‘Prestige’ Weekly Rentals
Calendar of Events
NAHB Career Center

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NAHB Has Facts to Support 55+ Housing Project Approvals

50+ Housing Council Networking Events at the Builders' Show

The NAHB 50+ Housing Council will be hosting several networking activities and events at the 2009 International Builders’ Show in Las Vegas the week of Jan 18-23.

Sunday, Jan. 18

  • CAASH Induction Ceremony/50+ Housing Council Networking Dinner
    6:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
    Las Vegas Hilton, Ballroom E
    Fee: $85 in advance, $95 at the door

    Industry professionals who have earned the Certified Active Adult Specialist in Housing (CAASH) designation will be inducted during a special ceremony and industry leaders will be recognized during this induction ceremony and networking dinner.

    For more information and to register, click here.


Monday, Jan. 19

  • 50+ Housing Council Membership Reception
    5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
    Las Vegas Convention Center, North 249, Level II

    The annual networking event is free and open to 50+ Housing Council members, potential members and other 50+ housing professionals.


Tuesday, Jan. 20

  • 50+ Builders Networking Reception
    Off-Site
    Fee: Free for 50+ Housing Council members, $35 for non-members

    The reception — scheduled for 50+ housing professionals at IBS for the first time — will enable builders, developers, lenders, architects and other 50+ housing professionals to mix, mingle and discuss successful strategies for dealing with the challenges of the 50+ housing industry.

    For more information and to register, click here.


Other 50+ housing networking opportunities at IBS include a marketing breakfast, “Meet the Active Adult Housing Experts” seminar, architectural plan reviews and 50+ Housing Council committee meetings.

For more information about 50+ Housing Council activities at IBS, click here, e-mail the NAHB 50+ Housing Council at 50plus@nahb.com, or call 800-368-5242 x8220.


 

Revolutionize Your Thinking About 50+ Housing

Plan to attend the 2009 Building for Boomers and Beyond: 50+ Housing Symposium on April 27-29 in Philadelphia and revolutionize thinking and working in the 50+ housing market. 

The symposium includes information and educational sessions covering all aspects of the 50+ market, as well as a special housing tour of 50+ communities in the greater Philadelphia area.

For more information and to register, visit www.nahb.org/Build4Boomers.


 

Improve Your Focus on the 50+ Market With Publications From BuilderBooks.com

The 50+ market provides some great opportunities for builders today. BuilderBooks.com brings together the essential resources for builders seeking to grow their businesses while bringing high-quality product to this demanding, often affluent consumer group that has planned well and is ready to build or buy.

BuilderBooks.com also offers publications on customer service so builders can start building strong relationships before breaking ground and turn these experienced consumers into enthusiastic sales people.

To view or purchase these and a wide variety of industry publications online, click here or call 800-223-2665.


 

CAASH in on Boomer Buyers

The Certified Active Adult Specialist in Housing (CAASH) designation gives housing professionals serving the rapidly burgeoning 50+ market the essential knowledge, tools and skills that will help them succeed — from conducting initial research to design considerations and features to serving the customer.

Find upcoming CAASH classes by clicking here.

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


 

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