NBN Online for the week of March 23, 2009

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In This Issue:

Front Page
Job Losses Compound Multifamily Housing Woes
U.S. Transportation Department Warns Members of Scam Faxes
Coast to Coast
A Big Boost for Buyers Seeking Jumbo Loans
Economics & Finance
Fed Actions Suggest Great News on Mortgage Rates
Home Starts Regain Some Ground in February
New Web Site Provides Home Owner Relief Information
Register Online for NAHB Spring Construction Forecast Conference
Useful Links to Monitor Economic and Housing Trends
Downturn
IRS Gives Details on Expanded NOL Carryback Provisions
Attend Free Webinar on Strategic Planning on April 7
Free Online Business Survival Tips Available Till April 17
Tips
Builders’ Tip: A Coping Table for Crafting Molding
50Plus Housing
Winning Remodeled Home Blends Grace, Beauty, Livability
Remodelers
EPA Sets $300 Certification Fee for Lead Paint Rule Compliance
Develop Your Business ‘Sweet Spot’ to Achieve Lasting Success
Building Systems
Add Character, Sustainability With Concrete Products
Education
Earn Professional Designations at NAHB Spring Conferences
Education Calendar
Green Building
First Home Certified to National Green Building Standard
Colleyville Eco House on NAHB Tour Showcases Green
Sales
Five Tips to Building a More Effective Web Site
Workforce housing
HUD to Support Preserving Affordable Rental Housing
hbi
Tampa Project CRAFT Students Start Life on a New Path
Building Products
Dryvit Lightweight Finish Contains Recycled Material
TV
NAHB-Produced Programs on DIY, Fine Living and HGTV
Endowment
Challenge/Build/Grow Initiative Proposals Due April 17
Applications for Centex ‘Build Your Future’ Scholarships Due April 6
Apply for Herman J. Smith Scholarships by May 4
Association News
Avoid Visa/Master Card Hikes in Processing With Solveras
Focus on Your Business, Not Your Payroll, With Paychex
FTD Offers 15% Discount to NAHB Members
Register Online for Spring Spokesperson Training
Members Can Save 10% on Vacation Rentals Worldwide
Pitney Bowes Postage Meters Offer Convenience, Savings
Drive Away With a Shiny New $500 GM Offer
Calendar of Events
NAHB Career Center

Related Articles

Earn Professional Designations at NAHB Spring Conferences

Education Calendar

April 23

Construction Forecast Conference

Washington, D.C.

April 27-29

Building for Boomers and Beyond: 50+ Housing Symposium

Philadelphia, Pa.

April 28

Best of 50+ Housing Awards

Philadelphia, Pa.

April 28

50+ Icons of the Industry Award

Philadelphia, Pa.

May 8-10

National Green Building Conference

Dallas, Texas

May 8

National Green Building Awards

Dallas, Texas

Aug. 11-15

Executive Officers Council Seminar

Louisville, Ky.

Aug. 12

EOC Association Excellence Awards

Louisville, Ky.

Oct. 25-28

Building Systems Councils SHOWCASE

Marco Island, Fla.

Oct. 27-30

Remodeling Show

Indianapolis, Ind.

Oct. 29

NAHB Remodeler of the Year Award

Indianapolis, Ind.

Oct. 29

National Remodeling Hall of Fame Award

Indianapolis, Ind.

Oct. 29

Homes for Life Award

Indianapolis, Ind.

Nov. 6-8

Custom Builders Symposium

San Diego, Calif.

Nov. 6-9

National Conference on Membership

New Orleans, La.

2010

 

 

March 29-31

Log Home Council President's Tour

Boise, Idaho

Learn More About Upcoming Conferences and Designations

Interested in attending a University of Housing conference or learning more about NAHB designation programs? Visit www.nahb.org/notifyme, and sign up to receive more information.



Free NAHB Kit Gives Builders Back-to-Basics Tips to Navigate the Slowdown

What was once expected to be a relatively mild housing slump following three years of record new home construction and sales has given way to a significant downturn.

To help members navigate the uncharted waters of this slowdown, NAHB has compiled a comprehensive “Back to Basics” online toolkit — the best of the basics, the tried and true and the truly new. To access the toolkit, click here.

To access the “Back to Basics” toolkit, you must be an NAHB member and have a login to www.nahb.org. To create a login, go to www.nahb.org/login or click on the log-in button on the main menu bar.

For assistance, call the NAHB Member Service Center at 800-368-5242.


 

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