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In This Issue:

Front Page
Builders’ Show Sets the Stage for Emerging Housing Market
Special International Builders' Show Issue
IBS Offers Virtual Tours of New American Home
'Opportunity Knocks' Brochure Updated with New Tax Credits
IBS
Cast Your Vote in nahbSTAR Competition by Dec. 18
Key Business Survival Solutions Discussed at IBS Sessions
Celebrated Humorist Dave Barry to Kick Off 2010 Builders’ Show
Rock Band, Styx, to Headline Spike Party at Builders' Show
BuilderBooks.com Has New Resources Available at IBS
Slots Filling for Spokesperson Training at Builders' Show
Building Products
Jenn-Air Wall Ovens Set New Performance Standards
Uponor to Exhibit Tubing for Greywater Systems
New Broan-NuTone Exhaust Fan Quiet and Energy-Efficient
ClosetMaid Mounting Systems Bring Order to Any Home
Generac Displays Latest in Standby Power Generators
CraftMaster Green Doors Provide Green Building Benefits
DuPont Features Roof Lining, New Color Surfaces
Ply Gem Exhibiting Premium Insulated Windows and Siding
Lubrizol Manifold System Can Reduce Hot Water Consumption
ODL Dimmer Allows Tubular Skylights in Any Room of the House
Lutron Sensors Save Power by Turning Off the Lights
Knauf Sustainable Insulation Now Available Across U.S.
Coast to Coast
Can Home Market Bounce Back Without More Help? Recovery Could Depend Too Much on Government
Politics & Government
House Puts Real Estate Tax Hike in Tax Break Extender
House Approves Financial Regulatory Overhaul Bill
Economics & Finance
Eye on the Economy: Housing, the Economy Show Some Life
Useful Links to Monitor Economic and Housing Trends
Tips
Builders’ Tip: How to Trim Baseboards for a Snug Fit
Downturn
Increase Efficiencies, Boost Bottom Line With Technology
Sales
Sharpen Sales and Marketing Skills at the Builders’ Show
The Nationals Finalists Announced, Gold Winners to Be Named at IBS
Business
Attend Estimating Seminar, Demonstrations at IBS
Get Business Questions Answered by Industry Experts at IBS
50Plus Housing
50+ Housing Sessions Feature Forecast, State of Industry
Network, Attend Special Events at 50+ Lifestyle Central at IBS
Multifamily
Multifamily Education Looks at Forecast, Capital Markets
Condo Owner, Renter Preferences Little Changed by Downturn
Network, Attend Special Events at Multifamily Headquarters at IBS
Enter Pillars of Industry Marketing, Design Awards
Remodelers
Remodeling Courses Focus on Business Practices, Lead Paint
NAHB Remodelers Meetings at the Builders' Show
Attend NAHB Remodelers Networking Events at IBS
Building Systems
Building Systems Councils Meetings and Events at IBS
Education
Visit NAHB Education Booth at IBS for Hourly, Daily Giveaways
Pre-Show Courses at IBS Can Change Your Perspective
Designees of the Year to Be Honored at IBS Reception
Earn AIA Credit at IBS Sessions and Pre-Show Courses
Education Calendar
environment
EPA Releases Final Single-Family WaterSense Specs
Green Building
Path to Green Success Begins at IBS 2010
Research Center Focuses on Green Certification at IBS
Voting Still Open for EVHA People’s Choice Award
Virtual Green Trade Show the First of Its Kind
design
IBS Sessions Focus on Design and Land Development
hbi
HBI Students Prepare for Busy Schedule at Builders’ Show
TV
NAHB-Produced Programs on the DIY Network
Endowment
Endowment to Present Estate Planning Seminar at IBS
2010 HELP Grants to Be Announced at Builders’ Show
Association News
NAHB Board to Meet on Jan. 21 in Las Vegas
FTD Offers 15% Discount to NAHB Members
Authorization Process for GM’s $500 Offer Now Much Easier
Earn One Free Hertz Rental Day for Every Two Hertz Rentals
Calendar of Events
NAHB Career Center

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2010 HELP Grants to Be Announced at Builders’ Show

Endowment to Present Estate Planning Seminar at IBS

The National Housing Endowment will sponsor "Estate Planning for the Closely Held Business" at the 2010 International Builders’ Show in Las Vegas on Tuesday, Jan. 19 from 8:00-9:30 a.m.

The seminar, now in its eigth year, will include a discussion by Jeffrey J. Radowich, a partner with the Venable law firm and an expert on planned giving.

Radowich will discuss planning techniques for business owners with real estate interests and topics such as creating liquidity and ensuring the financial future of the owner's family.

An expert on taxation and trusts and estates, Radowich has made more than 200 presentations on estate planning, estate administration and business continuity planning topics, including presentations sponsored by the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, National Association of Estate Planning Councils; the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants; Associated General Contractors of America; Sun America Securities; the Georgetown University Advanced Estate Planning Institute; the Midwest Estate Tax & Business Planning Institute; the Maryland State Bar Association; the Pennsylvania Bar Institute; the Maryland Association of Realtors®; and others.

For the past 16 years, Radowich has been listed in "The Best Lawyers in America for Trusts and Estates." He also was recently named the Trusts and Estates Layer of the Year for 2010 by Best Lawyers in Baltimore.

“This is a rare opportunity for our members to hear and interact with an expert in estate planning and financial management,” said Gary Garczynski, endowment chairman and 2002 NAHB president. “As business owners consider how to ensure the continuity of their legacy and the tax implications of leaving their business to heirs or employees, this seminar will provide invaluable information and contacts.”

Radowich has expertise in the preparation of wills and trusts; all estate, gift, generation-skipping transfer and charitable giving tax planning issues; IRS audits; life and disability insurance planning; and related corporate, partnership, individual and fiduciary income tax matters.

In recent years, he has concentrated on business continuity planning for closely held businesses ― assisting families' senior generation to perpetuate their businesses for succeeding generations or key employees, or helping to sell the business with a minimum of taxes.

For more information on planned giving and estate planning, visit the Become a Partner section of the endowment Web site, www.nationalhousingendowment.org.


 

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