Member Advantage Update - 02/12/2008 (Plain Text Version)

GM NAHB $500 private offer details for 2008

Please note that GM has made some changes to simplify the process. Here are the basics.

Instead of presenting a proof of membership document, members will present an authorization ID number. To obtain this ID they must go to www.nahb.org/ma.

New Procedure for giving new members access to the GM program. Note: the form using local association letterhead is no longer accepted. Go to the MA Toolkit to find out how to give new members access to the GM program.

HBA staff is also eligible for the program. NAHB will process HBA staff like new members. Please follow the new member procedure outlined in how to give new members access to the GM program.
From time to time you may get calls from GM dealers inquiring how they get their rebate from GM. The procedure is outlined at www.nahb.org/ma .<

Who is eligible for the GM program?

Builder, Associate and Affiliate members are eligible for the program. The member of record for the company is the person who must do the purchasing of the vehicle.

Is there a limit to the number of vehicles members can purchase during the term of the program?

No, there is no limit to the number of vehicles members can purchase. The only requirement is that members take possession of the vehicle by January 2, 2009.

What do members need to present to their dealers to receive the $500 discount?

Members must present their authorization ID number. They may obtain this from www.nahb.org/ma or through the GM call center 866.760.7070. One authorization ID number is needed per vehicle so if a member purchases 3 vehicles at one time, he/she will need 3 authorization ID numbers.

What are some cost-effective ways to communicate this valuable member benefit to members?

Send your members to www.nahb.org/MA and tell them to click on the GM logo. All the information is right there.
Go to the MA Toolkit to order free GM buckslips. Include them in with dues renewals and feature them at member events (minor shipping charges will apply).
Feature the free GM ads available in the MA Toolkit, which are available in a variety of sizes for your member communications .
Reach out to your local GM dealers. They are a great resource to help you spread the word. It would be great if each of them would become a member, but sometimes that is not possible. They are valuable partners because HBA’s that are participating in the revenue share program earn $50 for every vehicle that drives off the lot. It’s a win-win situation for everyone.

For additional information on this program, contact Tiffany Smith at X8273.

Dell Double Discount Continues for February

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NAHB members receive a special discount every month from Dell, as well as a team of dedicated representatives who understand the industry’s business needs, and can help build a complete solution that’s right for each member.

For the month of February, NAHB members – AND STAFF – can double their member discount.

Offer valid 2/01—2/29/08. Normal discounts of 3%-5% will double to 6%-10%.

To maximize the Member Advantage Discount, use the following procedure:

After you have made your selections and you are ready to purchase, call your dedicated Dell sales representative at 888-577-3355, Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. (CST) and Saturday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (CST). Your sales representative will apply your NAHB member discount to your order.
NAHB members who have previously ordered from Dell also receive a monthly catalog, which includes this double discount offer.

Double Member Discount* offer valid 2/01—2/29/08.

*Double discounts do not apply to the preconfigured systems which are already priced at up to 20% off.

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Help Your Members’ Profitability in 2008 and Beyond

Whether they build two homes a year or over 1,000, the National Association of Home Builders’ Cost of Doing Business Study is the most important book your builder members will read this year.

This one-of-a-kind resource provides the unique opportunity for your members to compare themselves with other builders across the country. They’ll be able to see how they measure up with industry-wide averages in these important areas:

Gross margin and net profit
Cost of goods sold
Financial ratios (Current Ratio, Debt-to-Equity Ratio, and more)

The Cost of Doing Business Study has the data, analyses, and guidance needed to boost profitability, increase efficiency, set realistic budget targets, and improve business practices.

To order the Cost of Doing Business Study, refer your members to http://www.builderbooks.com/ or 1-800-223-2665.

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2008 Member Advantage PowerPoint Slides

These ready-to-use PowerPoint slides can be used in your HBA presentations to emphasize the benefits of membership you offer to your members. A valuable recruitment and retention tool, put them to work to present a strong, value-packed discount benefits package.

Use these PowerPoint slides to create a new presentation or add to an existing one.

Save each slide to a folder in your desktop. Then create a new presentation in PowerPoint or open an existing presentation. Click on Insert/Slides from Files and browse to the folder to add all of the individual slides.

Refer to these handy talking points when showing these slides in your presentations.

Make your HBA the star with this great supporting cast of member benefits.

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Customized Shipping Discounts for NAHB Members and Associations

NAHB has made it easy for members to save on all types of shipping services. We’ve teamed up with the leading transportation providers in the industry, including Yellow Transportation, Roadway Express, DHL, USF & New Penn. Whether you ship envelopes, packages, or heavy freight, these carriers have a solution.

Save at least 52% with Yellow and Roadway on North American LTL freight

Save up to 25% with DHL on express air, ground, and international services

Save at least 52% with USF and New Penn on regional, next day less than truckload freight services throughout the U.S. and parts of Canada regional next day less than truckload

To take advantage of your NAHB member benefits, or to find out how much you can save on your next shipment, call your shipping benefit consultant, Rondell Lewis, at 1-800-MEMBERS (636-2377) Ext 1436. For more information about the Shipping Discount Program, visit http://www.1800members.com/new/NAHB.

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