The Sunbelt Builders Show November 6-8, 2008 Gaylord Texan Grapevine, TX / DFW The Sunbelt Builders Show has become the Southwest region's largest building industry trade show. Nearly 20% of all Americans who moved in the last few years relocated to Texas – most of them to the Dallas/Fort Worth area. Produced by the Texas Association of Builders (TAB) and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), Sunbelt offers you a positive business climate in which to learn, network and have fun at the show named one of the 2006 "Fastest 50" by Trade Show Week Magazine. Whether you’re marketing products or building and remodeling, this is your opportunity to meet and network with the nations top housing professionals. For more information, e-mail Lawrence McFadden or contact him at 800-368-5242 x8550.

Pillars Call for Entries The online Call for Entries and application system is now open. Vist the Awards Web page to check out the most frequently asked questions, review entry requirements, and browse the list of categories. The application deadline is November 7, 2008. Be sure to submit your entry binders and supporting materials no later that November 21. We look forward to receiving your entry. Good Luck! For more information, e-mail Sheronda Carr, or call her at 800-368-5242 x8168.

Builder Financing: Working with your Lender in the Credit Crunch Audio Seminar November 18, 2008 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST Fee: $39 per phone site REGISTER NOW! The current state of the credit market has had far reaching effects for business. Builders are reporting an adverse shift in terms and availability on loans for acquisition, development and single family construction (AD&C) and builders with outstanding loans are facing mounting challenges. In this Audio Seminar, NAHB brings you together with banking experts to discuss the actions and options Our experts will discuss: The current environment for single-family residential construction lending Strategies, alternatives and hazards for both performing and non-performing credits Potential legal options that may be available to builders.  Be there for both parts of our banking series!  Register for this and Alternative Funding for only $69

January 2009

Our 2009 IBS Grand Opening Ceremonies keynote speaker is...  legendary football coach Lou Holtz!   The only coach in history to take six different college teams to a bowl game, Holtz is a West Virginia native who started his head coaching career at the College of William & Mary, followed by the University of Minnesota, University of Arkansas, North Carolina State University and Notre Dame; he was also head coach for the NFL's New York Jets for one season. While at Notre Dame, he turned a struggling team into one with the longest winning streak in the school's history. He's now a college football analyst on ESPN, and earlier this year was named to the College Football Hall of Fame. Holtz will speak during opening ceremonies for the 2009 International Builders' Show in Las Vegas on January 20. Read more in our press release.   Register now. Visit the all-new www.buildersshow.com to lock in the best registration rates and the choice hotels for IBS 2009 in Las Vegas. January 20-23, 2009.

March 2009

Save the Date for Pillars 2009! The 2009 Multifamily Pillars of the Industry Conference and Awards Gala will be held March 17-18, 2009, at the Hotel del Coronado in San Diego, Calif. The Awards Gala will be held on March 18. Registration information and conference details will be provided in the upcoming issues of Multifamily Hotline.

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