NBN Online for the week of April 27, 2009

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In This Issue:

Front Page
Housing, Economic Growth Now Heading to Higher Ground
Housing Guru at Long Last Finds Grounds for Optimism
Coast to Coast
Home Builders, Preparing for a Thaw
Politics & Government
NAHB Seeks Enhanced and Expanded NOL Rule
Economics & Finance
New-Home Inventory Whittled Down Further in March
Refi Boom, Rise of FHA Big News in Mortgage Markets
Home Prices Approaching a Bottom in Period Ahead
Harvard Economist Calls Signs of Recovery ‘Inconclusive'
U.S. Housing Market Undervalued in Fourth Quarter 2008
Eye on the Economy: Free Fall in Economy Losing Momentum
Useful Links to Monitor Economic and Housing Trends
Downturn
Merchandising Choices to Carry You Through to Recovery
Free Webinar on April 29 Looks at Negotiating With Lenders
May 14 Audio Seminar Explores Government Stimulus Options
Tips
Builders’ Tip: How to Fashion Heavy-Duty Sawhorse Brackets
Sales
Buyers of New Homes Need to Act Soon to Get Tax Credit
What Star Athletes Can Teach Us About Internet Marketing
Regulation
Cities Take a Second Look at Impact Fees in Hard Times
Multifamily
Multifamily FHA Finance Looks Tempting in Credit Crunch
Apartments Bring Affordable Top Design to Pricey San Jose
Remodelers
Remodelers Required to Hand Out EPA Lead Paint Pamphlet
Free ‘Remodeling Month’ Materials for May Available From NAHB
Building Systems
Webinar to Discuss Using Concrete in Green Building
Education
One-Day Passes Available for Green Building Conference
Education Calendar
environment
Tax Cuts Needed to Promote Energy-Efficient Homes
Texas Leads the Way in Increasing U.S. Wind Power
codes and standards
New Rules for Swimming Pool Drain Covers
construction safety
‘Safety Means Always Coming Home’ Theme of Safety Week
hbi
Project CRAFT Praised by Florida Lawmakers
Building Products
Kohler Saves Water for Owners of R.I. Showcase Home
TV
NAHB-Produced Programs on DIY, Fine Living and HGTV
Endowment
Last Chance to Apply for 2010 Herman J. Smith Scholarships
Association News
Career Ohio Executive Director Jacque Sheley, Dies at 78
NAHB Spring Board Meeting May 26-30 in Washington
Office Depot Offers Members 14 Deals Under $5
Williams Scotsman Offers $1.99 First-Month Storage Container
Spring Board Last Chance for Spokesperson Training in 2009
FTD Offers 15% Discount to NAHB Members
Pitney Bowes Postage Meters Offer Convenience, Savings
Calendar of Events
NAHB Career Center

Related Articles

Career Ohio Executive Director Jacque Sheley, Dies at 78

NAHB Spring Board Meeting May 26-30 in Washington

Office Depot Offers Members 14 Deals Under $5

Williams Scotsman Offers $1.99 First-Month Storage Container

Spring Board Last Chance for Spokesperson Training in 2009

Pitney Bowes Postage Meters Offer Convenience, Savings

Calendar of Events

FTD Offers 15% Discount to NAHB Members

NAHB members can get a 15% discount on all flowers, gifts and gift baskets from FTD, the newest NAHB Member Advantage participating company and the world’s oldest and one of the best known brands in the floral business.

Members can choose from gorgeous red roses, Vera Wang exclusive floral designs, spa sets, chocolates, wine baskets and more. They can also take advantage of FTD’s “Good as Gold” seven-day satisfaction guarantee of receiving beautiful, floral arrangements and plants that are guaranteed to last at least seven days.

Plus, FTD's same-day delivery and guaranteed satisfaction are also available with "Say It Your Way" bouquets that are delivered with your own personal audio greeting.

With 15,000 retail florists and 45,000 international affiliates, FTD can provide same-day floral service to nearly 100% of the U.S. population. FTD owned and operated U.S. call centers also offer 24/7 availability, including all major holidays.  

To use the NAHB Member Advantage 15% discount, visit www.ftd.com/nahb , or call 800-SEND-FTD (800-736-3383) and mention code 17421.

Other Member Advantage Discounts

For the most up-to-date details on the Member Advantage discount program and all of the participating companies, go to www.nahb.org/MA.



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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> Office Depot Has 14 Deals Under $5 for NAHB Members
> $1.99 Special Offer From Williams Scotsman
> FTD Offers 15% Discount to NAHB Members