July 14, 2004

Doug Sutton, Sr. CGR, CAPS
RemodelorsTM Council Chair
Springfield, Illinois
Remodelors Council Helps HUD Make Ten Families Home Owners
A Brand New Look For ReNews
Nominate Someone Today for a Remodelors Council Award
From Member to Member: Bottom Line Building Advice
Industry News: New Overtime Rules, Space Invaders
Industry Events: The Remodeling Show, Custom Builder Symposium
Are You On Top of Your NAHB Member Benefits? See What's New
Build Global Bridges: Attend NAHB-Sponsored International Events
Build Your Business With Member Advantage Discounts, Publications
Thank You to the Remodelors Council 2004 Platinum and Gold Strategic Partners
 
 
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Build Global Bridges: Attend NAHB-Sponsored International Events
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MEXI-GO! NAHB Presents the International Housing Conference of the Americas

As the Mexican housing market matures, and the purchasing power of the average Mexican grows, there has been an unprecedented explosion in the demand for new homes throughout the country. In 2004 alone, housing growth in Mexico is projected to total more then 719,000 units.

President Vicente Fox’s commitment to build 11.7 million much needed new homes within the next 10 years has helped to spur this growth. Niche markets such as Mexican retirement communities for U.S. Seniors, 2nd homes in Mexico for Mexican families working in the United States, and Mexican style concrete homes in the U.S. Southwest are further fueling the industry in both countries.

Not sure how to enter this burgeoning market? Have some reservations about doing business internationally? Then join us and take your first steps by participating at NAHB’s 2nd International Housing Conference of the Americas at the Four Seasons Hotel in Mexico City Nov. 7-10.

Held in partnership with CANADEVI (The Industry Chamber for the Promotion and Development of Housing, Mexico's equivalent to NAHB) this conference offers informative seminars, property tours, table-top exhibits, and numerous networking opportunities, including pre-arranged one-on-one meetings with Mexico’s top construction firms and building professionals. Simultaneous English/Spanish translation is available for all sessions and meetings.

And, if boosting your company's bottom line isn't enough incentive, the first 200 registrants to NAHB's 2nd International Housing Conference of the Americas will receive a complimentary full registration to the 2005 International Builders Show in Orlando, FL,  Jan. 13-16, 2005.

"The 2nd International Housing Conference of the Americas is the premier event for Mexican and U.S. companies interested in developing relationships and expanding their business, to meet, learn and explore future opportunities in homebuilding” said Héctor Aguirre, president of CANADEVI.

Be sure to register for the conference today at www.nahb.org/conferencia.

Contact Matt Monjan at 800-368-5242 x8419 for additional information.


Combine Business with Pleasure: Attend the International Hardware Exhibition in Spain

Here is your opportunity to mix business with pleasure by attending one of the largest international hardware exhibitions and visiting Spain.

The organizers of the Ferroforma International Hardware Exhibition (www.bilbaoexhibitioncentre.com), held in Bilbao, Spain, Sept. 23-26, are offering NAHB members free registration and free hotel accommodations in a top hotel to attend the Exhibition. Travel is not included. A translator will be provided by the organizers.

Ferroforma brings together more than 800 manufacturers, distributors, retailers and professionals related to the hardware trade, as well as industry and construction craftsmen from 25 different countries.

To expand the content of DIY and home-improvement related products, Ferroforma will be held in conjunction with its new Bricoforma show. Bricoforma, the International DIY Exhibition, has been created to promote the development of products linked to DIY/ home improvement centers and household hardware stores.

Ferroforma and Bricoforma, represent an unprecedented unique comprehensive offer in the world of Spanish exhibitions, which covers all business opportunities and needs as regards information, supply and service for the hardware and DIY trades.

Don’t let this opportunity pass you by; submission deadline is Thursday, July 29. Contact Rita Feinberg, 800-368-5242 x8415. [return to top]

Build Your Business With Member Advantage Discounts, Publications
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NAHB Members Get Preferred Association Pricing with DHL Express

The National Association of Home Builders has teamed with DHL to bring members a full suite of domestic and international shipping services, covering over 220 countries and territories around the globe.

NAHB members can take advantage of the complete menu of DHL services, including: DHL Next Day, DHL 2nd Day, DHL Ground, International Document Express, Worldwide Priority Express, Import Express and more.

Members are also eligible for preferred DHL association member pricing, and members previously participating in NAHB’s Airborne program will be automatically transferred to the DHL program.

For more information, to set up your DHL account, or for questions about your current account, contact the dedicated association hotline at 800-MEMBERS (800-636-2377) from 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. ET) or log onto www.membersales.com/NAHB.

For the most up-to-date details on the Member Advantage discount program and all of the participating companies, go to http://memberadvantage.nahb.org. Or visit www.nahb.org to explore the full range of benefits associated with membership in your local, state and national home builders associations.


2004 National Renovation & Insurance Repair Estimator

by: Jonathan Russell

Publisher: Craftsman Book Co.
Pages:568
Format: Soft cover with Software
Pub. Date: 2004
NAHB Member Price:     $44.55
Non-Member Price:        $49.50

About the Book

An excellent reference tool for the professional involved with insurance repair and renovation work. Provides the latest labor, material and equipment costs, plus time and material charts. Based on research of actual jobs from across the U.S. Includes a CD-ROM with an electronic version of the book with National Estimator plus an interactive multi-media video that shows how to use the disk to compile construction cost estimates.

More than 600 illustrations and modifications for more than 500 cities help you modify the costs to meet your needs. Includes a CD with an electronic version of the book, National Estimator for Windows, multimedia tutorial, and Job Cost Wizard that enables you to create invoices or export estimates to QuickBooks or QuickBooks Pro. Revised annually. [return to top]

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