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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

Related Articles

Builders’ Show Sets the Stage for Emerging Housing Market

IBS Offers Virtual Tours of New American Home

'Opportunity Knocks' Brochure Updated with New Tax Credits

Special International Builders' Show Issue

This issue of Nation’s Building News previews many of the new products, technologies, classes and events that you can attend, see and sample at the 2010 International Builders’ Show in Las Vegas next month.

Save this issue for reference until you get to the show.  

Extensive reports from IBS will begin appearing following the show starting with the Feb. 1 edition.


 

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