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In This Issue:

Front Page
Nearly 600,000 Home Buyers Claim Tax Credit So Far
Wilmington, Del. Home Buyer Benefits From Stimulus Package
Real Estate Outlook: A Turnaround May Be in Sight
Coast to Coast
First-Time Home Buyers Jolt Market Into Life
Economics & Finance
Single-Family Home Starts Unchanged in March
Builder Confidence Shows Biggest Jump in Five Years
Four More States Announce Programs to Monetize Tax Credit
Register Online for NAHB Spring Construction Forecast Conference
Useful Links to Monitor Economic and Housing Trends
Tips
Builders’ Tip: Two Strategies for Storing Parts and Tools
Downturn
Stimulus Bill Tax Provisions Help Small Business, Says IRS
Effective Advertising Should Focus on Generating Traffic
How to Overcome Home Buyer Objections in Today's Market
Free NAHB Webinar to Discuss Impact Fee Alternatives on April 21
Free Webinar on April 29 Looks at Negotiating With Lenders
May 14 Audio Seminar Explores Government Contracting Options
Technology
Add Bells, Whistles to Standing Inventory, Without High Costs
Commercial
Builders in Hard Times Find Money for Commercial Jobs
Enter NCBC 2010 Awards of Excellence Competition
Multifamily
Explore FHA Financing at NAHB Webinar on April 22
Remodelers
Universal Design, Green Remodeling Have Joint Appeal
Planning for Aging-in-Place Up 10%, Remodelers Say
Free ‘Remodeling Month’ Materials for May Available From NAHB
Sales
Promote ‘New Homes Month’ With Free Online Resources
Education
Online Directory Makes It Easy to Find Designation Holders
One-Day Passes Available for NAHB’s Spring Conferences
Education Calendar
Green Building
Number of Builders With NAHB Green Credentials Soars
Green Videos Now Available for Builders, Buyers
Green Home Builders Celebrate Earth Day
Earn BuilderBooks Green Savings in April for Use Through June
environment
EPA Greenhouse Gas Finding Could Impact Housing
hbi
HBI Job Corps Students Win State Championship
Building Products
Uponor Plumbing Lead-Free From Inlet to Faucet
TV
NAHB-Produced Programs on DIY, Fine Living and HGTV
Endowment
Downturn Bumps Up Demand for Endowment Scholarships
Apply for Herman J. Smith Scholarships by May 4
Association News
Rick Judson Candidate for 2010 NAHB Third Vice Chairman
New Name for Homeless Shelter Recognizes Builder Efforts
Undeterred by Downturn, Builder Finds Way to Give Back
'Struggling' HBAs, Apply for NAHB Assistance Grants by April 24
Office Depot Offers Members 14 Deals Under $5
Williams Scotsman Offers $1.99 First-Month Storage Container
FTD Offers 15% Discount to NAHB Members
Spring Board Last Chance for Spokesperson Training in 2009
Pitney Bowes Postage Meters Offer Convenience, Savings
Calendar of Events
NAHB Career Center

Related Articles

Number of Builders With NAHB Green Credentials Soars

Green Home Builders Celebrate Earth Day

Earn BuilderBooks Green Savings in April for Use Through June

Green Videos Now Available for Builders, Buyers

Two new educational videos are now available from the NAHB Production Group to help home builders and their customers learn more about green building.

The videos — one targeted to consumers, the other to home builders and remodelers — were produced and will be distributed to home builders associations through a grant from the Wells Fargo Foundation.

“The Green Home Guide: Connecting the Green Dots” provides prospective home owners with an introduction to green building, while "The Green Report” is geared to building industry professionals who are preparing to green their business practices.

Both videos also include a guide to green certification programs and rating systems, including the National Green Building Standard for residential construction.

Copies of the DVD are being sent later this spring to HBAs so they can use them in home shows, expos and educational sessions.

Attendees at the NAHB National Green Building Conference in Dallas May 8-10 will also receive complimentary copies of the DVDs.

Contact the NAHB Production Group to purchase a copy. The DVDs costs $25 each, plus shipping and handling. On-line Web versions and volume discounts are also available.

For more information, e-mail Dennis Harrison at NAHB, or call him at 800-368-5242 x8188.



The Future of Residential Construction Is Green

The Certified Green Professional (CGP) designation teaches builders, remodelers and other industry professionals techniques for incorporating green building principles into homes using cost-effective and affordable options.

Earning the CGP demonstrates to clients and peers your commitment to the best and latest in green building practices and techniques. More than 1,000 people have earned the CGPdesignation to date.

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



‘National Green Building Standard’ Available at BuilderBooks.com

The National Green Building Standard,” available through BuilderBooks.com, provides “green” practices that can be incorporated into multifamily and single-family new home construction, home remodeling and additions and site development.

The standard covers lot design, resource, energy and water efficiency; indoor environment quality; and owner education.

Currently the first and only ANSI-approved green building rating system, the National Green Building Standard is the benchmark for green homes.

To view or purchase this publication online, click here.



‘Building Greener Neighborhoods’ Available at BuilderBooks.com

Building Greener Neighborhoods,” available through Digital Delivery at BuilderBooks.com, shows those involved in building new communities the advantages and rewards of saving, planting and transplanting more trees in their developments.

The examples are drawn from decades of experience of land developers, home builders and urban foresters. 

To download this publication in a PDF format, click here, or call 800-223-2665.



‘Profit from Building Green’ Available at BuilderBooks.com

Profit from Building Green — Award-Winning Tips to Build Energy Efficient Homes,” available through BuilderBooks.com, showcases what energy conscious award-winning builders are doing, provides innovative energy-efficient features and covers successful techniques for building this niche market.

To view or purchase this publication online, click here, or call 800-223-2665.


 

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