Pillars Call for Entries  Deadline Extended — Nov. 14! The online Call for Entries and application system is still 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 now November 14, 2008. Be sure to submit your entry binders and supporting materials no later that November 21. Apply online today! We look forward to receiving your entry. Good Luck! For more information, e-mail Lynn Basso, or call her at 800-368-5242 x8168.

Finding Alternative Funding to Keep Your Business on Track November 13, 2008 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST Fee: $39 per phone site REGISTER NOW! The current economic climate and housing market conditions have changed the way you do business now and the way you will do business in the future. Keeping your business up and running is paramount, but doing so at a time when you trusted credit providers are cutting back is making event the simplest business transactions rough going.  A panel of housing construction and financial experts will discuss the ins and outs of finding and working with alternate sources, including an NAHB builder member who has been successful in taking advantage of these options. You’ll come away with: Resources you and your associates can approach for funding—for example, institutions other than banks or private investors How to approach these alternate sources The different funding vehicles and arrangements you should consider The legal implications and issues you need to keep in mind when looking into these options Be there for both parts of our banking series!  Register for this and Alternative Funding for only $69

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

December 2008

LIHTC Utility Allowance Estimates: Understanding an Applying the New Methods. Dec. 3, 2008 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST Join NAHB for this audio seminar in which experts in Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) policy will break down the new options for calculating utility allowances: obtaining a utility estimate from the agency with jurisdiction over the building, using the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Utility Schedule Model, and using the energy consumption model. HCG Steering Member $39 per Phone Site HCG Builder Member $59 per Phone Site Non-Member  $89 per Phone Site Presenters on the audio conference will: Provide an overview of the new methods and practices allowed Go over the HUD utility schedule model in depth Discuss hiring qualified contractors to run energy consumption models Speakers: Scott Michael Dunn, HCCP, Compliance Solutions Craig Drumheller, NAHB Research Center Paul Emrath, NAHB View the seminar flyer here. To register visit www.nahb.org/HCG or e-mail Carmel Mcguire  for more information.

January 2009

Early Bird Registration Ends TOMORROW! 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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