NBN Online for the week of October 12, 2009

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In This Issue:

Front Page
White House Eyes Extending Home Buyer Tax Credit
NAHB Member Wins 'Ultimate Volunteer' Contest on 'The View'
Builders Urged to Get Involved in Climate-Change Debate
Coast to Coast
U.S. Housing Risks Still Lurk Even as Buyers Return
Politics & Government
Builders Say Hopes for Jobs, Economy Rest on Housing
Economics & Finance
Stevens Announces Delay of New FHA Condo Rule
Register for Oct. 21 Construction Forecast Conference, Webcast
Useful Links to Monitor Economic and Housing Trends
Downturn
Social Media Marketing Adds New Dimension to How We Sell
Tips
Builders’ Tip: An Easy-to-Build Dust-Isolation Box
IBS
Unleash Your Inner Singer, Compete in IBS Talent Contest
Multifamily
Oct. 22 Webinar to Explore Multifamily Marketing
Remodelers
Attend NAHB Remodelers Events at Remodeling Show
construction safety
SAFE Award Recognizes Work Site Safety Programs
Sales
This Fortune Cookie Was Spot on About New Home Sales
Go for The Nationals Gold — Entries Due Oct. 28
Custom
Earn AIA Credit at Custom Builder and Design Conference
Education
Submit Nominations for 2009 Designee of the Year Awards
Education Calendar
Green Building
Green Homes Getting Good Traffic, EVHA Winners Say
Green Building Designation for Lenders Launched
New Course Examines Science Behind Green Building
environment
EPA Panel Rejects New Method to Measure Water Nutrients
Building Products
ODL Introduces Solar-Powered Dimmer for Tubular Skylights
TV
NAHB-Produced Programs on the DIY Network
Endowment
Internship Solidifies Student's Commitment to Home Building
Submissions for Lee S. Evans Scholarships Due Oct. 30
Applications for Endowment IBS Scholarships Due Oct. 30
Association News
Members, Save on HP Business Products and More
Earn One Free Hertz Rental Day for Every Two Hertz Rentals
Authorization Process for GM’s $500 Offer Now Much Easier
Save Big — at Least 60% — on Selected FedEx Shipping
Calendar of Events
NAHB Career Center

Attend NAHB Remodelers Events at Remodeling Show

NAHB Remodelers who want to learn about the latest technical skills and business practices should plan to attend the 2009 Remodeling Show on Oct. 27-30 in Indianapolis.

The NAHB Remodelers will host several events, pre-show education, an exhibit booth and more.

NAHB Remodelers events at the show include:

Thursday, Oct. 29

  • NAHB Remodelers Local Council Workshop
    1:00-3:30 p.m.
    TBD

    This free workshop is for staff and leaders of local NAHB Remodelers councils and will address how to increase membership through special recruitment campaigns, not-to-be-missed meetings and branding.

    Register in advance by Oct. 26. To register, e-mail remodel@nahb.com.


For a complete list of pre-show education and more information about NAHB Remodelers’ activities at the Remodeling Show, visit www.nahb.org/remodelingshow.



Learn How to Run a Successful Remodeling Company

The Paper Trail: Systems and Forms for a Well-Run Remodeling Company,” available through BuilderBooks.com, shows how to use proven management systems to run a successful remodeling company.

The publication includes a CD containing 160 essential forms and documents — culled from successful remodelers across the country — that you can customize to suit your business needs.

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



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

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

The newly updated brochure highlights the before and after photos of the most frequently remolded rooms in the house.

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

 

 


 

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