Education
Power More Profits with NAHB Estimating and Scheduling Online Course
The NAHB online course, Estimating and Scheduling for Profitable Business Operations, will help participants excel at performing two tasks critical to project preparation: estimating costs and creating the schedule to complete the project.
HBI Launches Complimentary Online Learning Alternatives
The coronavirus pandemic continues to challenge all sectors of our economy and our educational systems. HBI, a national leader for career training in the building industry, announced complimentary access to online learning alternatives for local schools and training programs.
Learn About Income Limits and Utility Allowance Changes in LIHTC Housing
There have been significant changes to the way the income of tenants is calculated for units using Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC). In addition, formulas for utility allowances have changed. Many multifamily developers and managers need to be aware of these important changes.
Make Sure Your Business is Protected with Solid Contracts
NAHB online course Construction Contracts & Law on consecutive Tuesdays (March 10, 17 and 24) provides a step-by-step explanation of how contracts sustain positive customer and supplier relations, provide for resolution of disputes, and minimize the risk of litigation.
Tiny Building Lab Featured at IBS 2020 to Help Colorado Homeless Veterans
A small model home from the High Performance Building Zone at the 2020 NAHB International Builders’ Show® in Las Vegas last month will now serve as part of a housing and job training program for U.S. military veterans in Colorado. NAHB donated the home through an arrangement with Operation Tiny Home.
NAHB Course Provides Closer Look at Home Builders’ Finances
NAHB online course series, Business Accounting and Job Costing: A Road Map to Profitability, is packed with information that will ensure profitability. The course covers financial planning, budgeting, construction business accounting, job cost systems, and financing options.
HBI and Home Depot Foundation to Grant Up to Half a Million Dollars for Youth Trade Training
The Home Builders Institute (HBI) this week announced The Home Depot Foundation will commit up to $500,000 to fund student training in home construction careers in high schools across the country. Additionally, the National Housing Endowment (NHE), the philanthropic arm of NAHB, has pledged $200,000 in support of the effort. This combined $700,000 will provide training to thousands of students for construction trades skills.
Build Strong Relationships with Real Estate Brokers
NAHB’s Builder Broker Cooperation Webinar Series, which runs for three consecutive weeks this February, provides best practices for working with real estate brokers.
IBS 2020 Master Workshop Will Help You Build a Better Brand
In this NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) Master Workshop, Builder Branding: A 10-Step Process to Gain Competitive Advantage & Create Employee Loyalty, you will uncover the key ingredients to set your brand apart from the competition.
Prepare Your Business for Year-End Deadlines
The change in seasons from fall to winter brings us closer to year-end deadlines and required reporting. In addition to reporting deadlines, there are also many issues that compliance professionals must be aware of to protect valuable tax credits.
